[s1e12] To Kill The King -

When palace guards raid the smithy, Tauren escapes using magic, but Tom is captured. Despite pleas for mercy from Morgana and Arthur, Uther is uncompromising and eventually has Tom executed for assisting in sorcery. Devastated and enraged by Uther's callousness, Morgana secretly joins Tauren's plot to assassinate the king. Merlin overhears the conspiracy and must decide whether to save the life of a tyrant he despises or let the assassination proceed, potentially destabilizing the kingdom. Key Details : December 6, 2008 Director : Stuart Orme Writer : Jake Michie Setting : Camelot and Gorlois' Resting Place Main Cast : Colin Morgan as Merlin Bradley James as Arthur Pendragon Katie McGrath as Morgana Angel Coulby as Guinevere (Gwen) Anthony Head as Uther Pendragon Richard Wilson as Gaius Guest Star : Cal MacAninch as Tauren Major Themes

: This episode is frequently cited for highlighting the moral complexities of Camelot, as Merlin and Gwen must grapple with protecting Uther, a "genocidal tyrant," in the name of a greater cause. [S1E12] To Kill The King

* Stuart Orme. * Writer. Jake Michie. * Stars. John Hurt. David Durham. Angel Coulby. When palace guards raid the smithy, Tauren escapes