the_ember_reef
About the_ember_reef
the_ember_reef is a well-known Merlin BBC fanfiction author who specializes in stories that balance angst with hope. Their writing is celebrated for making readers feel deeply invested in every character.
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Featured Works
The most popular works by the_ember_reef, ranked by kudos.
Dawn and Sky
Merlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon · 164,041 words
Everyone knows that Merlin and Arthur Pendragon can't stand each other. So why do they keep ending up in the same places?
Where the Scar Ends
Merlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon · 219,437 words
Merlin never expected to cross paths with Arthur Pendragon again, but fate has other plans. A story of second chances and reluctant trust.
In the Violent Gate
Merlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon · 263,928 words
Merlin keeps a secret that could change everything. When Arthur Pendragon stumbles upon the truth, the fallout threatens to destroy them both.
Trending Works
Recently updated and actively engaging works by the_ember_reef.
Dawn and Sky
Merlin BBC
Everyone knows that Merlin and Arthur Pendragon can't stand each other. So why do they keep ending up in the same places?
Where the Scar Ends
Merlin BBC
Merlin never expected to cross paths with Arthur Pendragon again, but fate has other plans. A story of second chances and reluctant trust.
In the Violent Gate
Merlin BBC
Merlin keeps a secret that could change everything. When Arthur Pendragon stumbles upon the truth, the fallout threatens to destroy them both.
All Works by the_ember_reef
Dawn and Sky
Complete ExplicitMerlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon
164,041 words · 10h 56m read · Published 2024-09-26 · Updated 2025-08-12
Everyone knows that Merlin and Arthur Pendragon can't stand each other. So why do they keep ending up in the same places?
Where the Scar Ends
Complete Teen And Up AudiencesMerlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon
219,437 words · 14h 38m read · Published 2023-12-02 · Updated 2024-02-07
Merlin never expected to cross paths with Arthur Pendragon again, but fate has other plans. A story of second chances and reluctant trust.
In the Violent Gate
Complete GeneralMerlin BBC · Merlin/Arthur Pendragon
263,928 words · 17h 36m read · Published 2022-05-21 · Updated 2022-07-04
Merlin keeps a secret that could change everything. When Arthur Pendragon stumbles upon the truth, the fallout threatens to destroy them both.
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Who is the_ember_reef on AO3?
the_ember_reef is a well-known Merlin BBC fanfiction author who specializes in stories that balance angst with hope. Their writing is celebrated for making readers feel deeply invested in every character.
How many fanfics has the_ember_reef written?
the_ember_reef has written 3 works totaling 1.1M words, with 162k total kudos across all their fics.
What is the_ember_reef's most popular fanfic?
the_ember_reef's most popular work is "Dawn and Sky" with 54k kudos and 16k bookmarks. It's a 164,041 word Merlin BBC fic.
What fandoms does the_ember_reef write for?
the_ember_reef writes for Merlin (BBC). They are dedicated to the Merlin (BBC) fandom.
Where can I read the_ember_reef's fanfiction?
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