#the knights

[rubysunnday]

MERLIN 15th ANNIVERSARY Favourite Episode: The Coming of Arthur

[achillesuwu]

Modern with magic au where reincarnated Arthur (doesn't remember a thing yet) and the others 100% believe merlin cheat in magic class because there is just NO WAY and they try to prove it

Merlin is a student or a teacher? Who know, which one is funnier.

Wait actually BOTH are extremely funny lol Like you get that one teacher who teach basic magic to that group of 20-23 years old and everytime they start their class their hands are shaking because THE MOST prestigious magic teacher and Emrys ™ is RIGHT THERE and last time they dared to glance at his note he was literally resolving an impossible magical problem by drawing a magical circle into a fucking eyes.

Poor teacher is not pay enough for this 😔

Also the idea of the teacher asking Merlin if he could stay a bit after class and Arthur, Gwen and the Knights thinking he finally got caught but unknowingly to them it's just the teacher asking if Merlin could do a autograph on their "Impossible Magic LVII - New edition of 1875 by M." book (it's a book about all the magic one theorical can do but in practice you need to be at least 100 high ranks magic users to do the easiest spell and the other are just "Only Emrys can do it" but many people like to learn them to understand better how magic work on larger scale)

[tansyuduri]

What quirks and hobbies would each of the knights have? You can decide if canon era or modern ;)

Lets go cannon era!

Mordred: THIS MAN IS A BOOKWORM He drop banger lines from time to time and had a way with words. Hes also clearly a dreamer so BOOKWORM Gwaine: I just see him with a lute in my mind. I'm not sure he's be like SUPER TALENTED but like he can play. He also tends to enjoy walks in nature as long as he can bring someone else along Lancelot: Early lancelot says he pretty much put every waking moment into lerning the sword. So he ended up with less hobbies then the others. But He enjoys finding ways to take care of those he cares about. Often with anonymus gifts or little acts they won't know about. Elyan: Dice games. Certain types of Oral poetry/storytelling. and he gets REALLY into fedtivals or when traveling preformers come. He enjoys acting some. Percival: I feel like percival likley knows more about Herbal remadies then the other knights, like he is not loud about it but this man knows stuff about healing. CANONILY we know he enjoys arm wrestling. And yeah he seems like the kind of man who would enjoy preforming feats of strength for his own amusment and quiet happyness.

Leon: Hunting, Like he doesnt SUPER love it but he enjoys it. Problubly quiet walks on his own. He also likley knows all the steps to court dances. I'm kinda drawing straws here. But I also think he might be into debating varius things (LIKE NOT ARGUEING DEBATE)

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[chillhypocrite]

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[koredzas]

Giovanni di Ser Giovanni Guidi (Lo Scheggia) - Battle Scene. Detail. 1450 - 1475

[uwmspeccoll]

Classics Spotlight

This 1928 edition of The Eleven Comedies by Aristophanes was published by American publisher Horace Liveright in a limited edition of 2050. While the translator is unknown, the work was translated from its original Greek to English. Originally published by the Athenian Society, a renowned literary society in London, in 1912, this edition was exclusively available to its subscribers.

It consists of two volumes with chromolithographic plates as well as black and white illustrations created by Belgian artist Jean de Bosschere. His artwork brings the characters and scenes of the comedies to life, enhancing the reader's engagement with the text.

Aristophanes, a playwright from late 5th-century Athens, was known as the "Father of Comedy" for his significant contributions to the genre. His plays, characterized by their satirical and often political nature, set the standard for comedic writing and continue to inspire modern comedians and playwrights.

-- Melissa, Special Collections Classics Intern

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[jenwritespoems]

Hi The Order fans!!

Here’s my take on what season 3 would have looked like in my eyes. 

A continuation of season 3 if it was never cancelled.

So far there are 27 chapters with more coming out soon, set in the form of episodes. 

Extra info: Randall and Gabrielle and Jack as main characters but others characters do have their time to shine. LOTS OF DRAMA, WAR, BLOOD SHED, FRIENDSHIPS, HEARTBREAKS AND RELATIONSHIPS. 

PLEASE CHECK IT OUT!

[achillesuwu]

Arthur and the Knights not grasping the concept of headphone so sometime they hear Merlin sing a song while making food and they think he is praying (Meanwhile, Gwen, Leon & Perceval are like : old religion's prays sure changed a lot in 15 centuries??? + they never knew if merlin was a believer or not. He was still a cryptic)

Which could go many different way

They think his prays are VERY weird. *insert a song about asking for something silly, idk a goat*

They think Merlin had a lover ™ he lost ("Hear oh gods my desperat plea. To see my love beside me.")

They think merlin is making some war praying???? Asking for help????? ("Blow kiss, fire gun, we would need someone to lean on")

They think he is making some kind of prophecy (https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=BZ8qL5P270Q&si=8pzpDkm7hEmfxaP6)

Basically Arthur & the pre golden age knights not knowing at all how the old way actually were and trying to be supportive (especially Arthur) but they are still concern ™.

[caviarsonoro]

Anna Clyne: Shorthand REDUX (SHORTHAND, 2024)

Anna Clyne’s Shorthand, performed by The Knights under the direction of Eric Jacobsen and featuring the renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, is a profound exploration of the expressiveness of string instruments.

Inspired by the "Kreutzer" sonatas of Beethoven and Janáček, Clyne weaves a musical narrative that oscillates between melancholy and hope, using a rich and evocative sound palette.

Yo-Yo Ma’s performance brings warmth and depth that enhance the introspective nature of the composition, creating an immersive and moving listening experience. Financial Times

The collaboration between Clyne and The Knights demonstrates remarkable artistic synergy, where each instrument contributes to a fluid and organic musical conversation. Jacobsen’s conducting sensitively guides the dynamics and textures, allowing the music to breathe and evolve naturally. The inclusion of other prominent soloists, such as mandolinist Avi Avital and violinists Colin Jacobsen and Pekka Kuusisto in other pieces on the album, adds diversity and richness to the whole, showcasing the versatility and depth of Clyne’s compositional language.

[uni-writes-things]

Obedience

Rating: Not Rated

Warnings: Graphic Depictions of Violence

Tags: The Knights (Legend of Zelda) Nightmares Good Older Sibling Warriors (Linked Universe) Legend (Linked Universe)-centric Legend (Linked Universe) Angst Legend (Linked Universe) Has a Bad Time Linked Universe (Legend of Zelda) Kidnapping maybe? - Freeform Febuwhump Febuwhump 2024 Hurt/Comfort

Summary:

“Come here boy. You can’t run forever.” A knight called.

Link could see torchlight approaching him in the dark musty cave he was in. He curled up closer to the walls of the cave, breathing as quietly as he could. “C’mere or we’ll do this th’ hard way.” Another knight shouted.

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Febuwhump 2024 Day 4: Obedience

[jackbatchelor3]

Cindy be like:

[deityofforsakenfates]

So I'm gonna do a little cleanup on D'arcys timeline.

I think he was with Angelus/Jelani hanging out as friends for roughly a year in London before they offered an invitation to Oracle. A tentative trial run given his knowledge of the supernatural and willingness to help protect those hes come across in the past. He would be with them for another 2 years before discovering his family history, freaking out, running, and subsequent capture. The Knights hold D'arcy and begin the torture and brainwash attempts.

D'arcy is still a very young man in an ocean of things he doesn't understand.

[jenwritespoems]

Hi The Order fans!!

Here’s my take on what season 3 would have looked like in my eyes. 

A continuation of season 3 if it was never cancelled.

So far there are 27 chapters with more coming out soon, set in the form of episodes. 

Extra info: Randall and Gabrielle and Jack as main characters but others characters do have their time to shine. LOTS OF DRAMA, WAR, BLOOD SHED, FRIENDSHIPS, HEARTBREAKS AND RELATIONSHIPS. 

PLEASE CHECK IT OUT!

Source: archiveofourown.org

[mrsfrecklesmarauders]

"Hey, Regulus... That was fun, right?"

It had indeed been fun. It'd been long since Regulus just enjoyed an evening laughing, drinking and listening to stupid pop music. Actually he had never done that. He used to think those kind of plans were hideous. Regulus and Barty used to criticize people who did that.

But it wasn't actually that bad. When he was drunk and laughing he could ignore the horrible music.

"Yeah... I guess..."

Amycus smiled as he opened their dorm door. As expected, their roommates were already asleep. Alan and... Barty....

Barty had his curtains shut. He had been a bit upset when he wasn't invited to The Knights party. Or so Regulus thought. But he understood this was part of his plan, right?

Regulus was so close to fully win his father's trust. And Orion had been too occupied giving Regulus attention that he finally left Sirius alone. He wasn't sure about doing everything to get his precious Heir back. He could replace him with another: Regulus. Sirius could live his life in peace. And when Orion was in jail, Walburga could be in peace too. Perhaps they all would.

Amycus giggled in a whisper.

"I think I am a bit drunk still"

Regulus looked at him and faked a smile.

"Yeah, me too"

Regulus was ready to go to bed when Amycus called.

"Hey, Regulus..."

Regulus turned. Amycus was smiling. Regulus didn't know if it was the alcohol.

"You are actually pretty cool..." he said "I am glad you are part of The Knights"

For a second, Regulus felt bad. But he didn't like Amycus. Or Nick. Or Samuel. Or the rest of the Knights. They were superficial, and they only talked about girls, which was annoying. They  thought themselves better than the whole school just because they were rich and popular. The worst kind, as Regulus and Barty used to say.

But maybe Regulus had been spending a lot of time with them. And maybe he had been learning, they were more than stupid blokes. They had their own issues as well. But still, Regulus couldn't like them. They were very different. This was all part of his plan.

Orion had been a Knight and he said his time as one was the best experience of his life. So Regulus was doing the same to please him.

Regulus gave a small smile to Amycus and walked to his bed.

The next morning, Barty was distant with Regulus. He made sarcastic jokes and gagging noises when one of The Knights said hello to him. And Amycus didn't leave his side.

"Can I sit with you in Biology?" Amycus asked, as he placed himself next to Regulus, practically pushing Barty away. Of course Regulus didn't notice that "I don't want Professor Sprout to pick me up as a volunteer again"

Regulus turned to Barty.

"Ehm..." Regulus said "Barty always sits with me"

"Barty won't mind, would he?" Amycus asked, giving Barty a soft punch of the shoulder. He didn't look happy.

"I actually mind, Carrow..." Barty was probably going to insult him but he stopped when Regulus told him to shut up with his eyes "But... I guess I would like to be close to Professor Sprout to see how she dissects the frog..." he smirked "I want to see clearly how the blood and organs come out of its body"

Barty left with an evil smirk, pushing both of them as he passed. Regulus almost smiled. He loved Barty's eccentricities. But he looked rather angry. Was it against Amycus or himself?

Amycus giggled nervously "He is joking, right?"

"Oh no... Barty loves to see how the blood pops out"

Amycus must've taken it as a joke because he laughed. Regulus smiled.

******

Regulus discovered that in fact, Barty was angry with him. He had to spend the rest of the afternoon with The Knights and it was no fun this time.

"Barty... Why have you been ignoring me all day?" Regulus asked when he found Barty alone in their dorm.

"Busy editing my film..." Barty shrugged.

"I've been looking for you"

"Annoyed with your new friends already?" Barty asked sarcastically.

"They are not my friends. You are" Regulus swallowed.

Barty didn't answer.

"I am just pretending because of my plan"

Barty finally looked up at him. His green eyes seemed bigger in the dark.

"You know what I think?" Barty asked. Regulus didn't answer "I think you are enjoying this assignment a bit too much"

"What do you mean?" Regulus spat "You know why I am doing this..."

"What is the reason?" Barty asked, now leaving his computer aside and standing up in a challenging way "Because I think you've forgotten about it..."

Regulus raised an eyebrow.

"Do you have something to say?"

Barty laughed "You are enjoying being the new center of attention, don't you?"

Regulus was speechless. Especially because he hated being seen, worst being the center of attention. Regulus loved being invisible.

"What?"

"You've always been the shadow of your brother... And now that he is gay and tossed aside, you are loving taking his place, don't you?"

Barty meant all of this. And Regulus was furious. He pushed Barty back.

"That's not true!" Regulus screamed "I am doing this to help him, and to destroy the asshole of my father!"

"That was before tasting what is like to be a Knight... To be the king of the school..." Barty laughed "You are enjoying yourself so much...that I bet you wank every night thinking about it"

Regulus punched Barty in the face. He had never punched anyone before so his knuckles hurt and bleed.

Barty wasn't surprised. He touched his bleeding nose and smiled. Then he continued.

"I heard you talking with Amycus last night... Your new best friend" he added in a mocking voice "You don't know what you are becoming... You might be the Black Heir..." he smiled sadly "But not my Regulus anymore. Not my best friend"

"Is this what this is about?" Regulus asked "You are jealous of Amycus?" he snorted not quite believing it.

Barty looked furious now.

"Admit that you are enjoying being the center of attention! You love being the freaking king that everyone wants to be and every girl wants to shag!" Barty was yelling now.

Okay... Perhaps sometimes Regulus enjoyed being a normal teenager. Forgetting about his fucked up life and his fucked up family, the nightmares he had, or the sleepless nights. He had been constantly sad and numb for a long time and it felt great to just hear the others talk bullshit and get drunk in a party. Normal stuff.

But God, Regulus hated the attention. He hated that Orion and Walburga were becoming more and more proud of him, ignoring Sirius. He hated that Sirius detested what he thought he was becoming. That they fought each time they saw each other. Or that he had to pretend to fancy Pandora and girls in general, because Sirius was gay now and Regulus couldn't afford to be the same. Regulus didn't fancy anyone. He wanted to be left alone.

And he was bloody furious that Barty thought he had been enjoying himself all this bloody time. He had been living a nightmare.

"No!" Regulus yelled back "I am doing something to change my life... Unlike you, Barty"

Barty snorted amused "What do you mean, Black?"

"You are always complaining and complaining about your stupid life, and your twat father but you don't do anything about it!"

Barty looked hurt. He tensed everytime someone mentioned his father. He hated that old man. That's why he didn't scandalise when Regulus told him his plan. They both shared their hatred for their fathers.

"And what I am I supposed to do?" Barty spat "Put him to jail like you are going to do with yours?"

"At least I am not a coward like you"

Barty approached so quickly that Regulus thought he was going to punch him. But Barty just grabbed his shirt.

"THAT'S NOT TRUE AND YOU FUCKING KNOW IT! I AM NOT AFRAID OF MY FATHER!" Barty screamed on Regulus' face "I MISS YOU!!" he added with tears in his eyes.

Regulus was too shocked to respond.

"I miss when when it was only the two of us..." Barty carried on trying not to cry. He still was grabbing Regulus' shirt "Before freaking Pandora and Emmeline... And the fucking Knights... Just you and me against the world, remember?"

Regulus sighed "Barty..."

"We were two kids angry with the world and it was fine....I... I miss that... "

Regulus opened his mouth to say something, he didn't know what exactly. But Barty interrupted him with a kiss.

At first, Regulus was surprised and didn't move. But then Barty opened his lips and Regulus had the same uncomfortable sensation he had when Alice kissed him. So he pushed Barty away.

Regulus didn't move. He just stared at Barty.

Barty was all flushed and embarrassed, panting to the floor.

But then his eyes locked with Regulus'

"I love you, Regulus"

"No..." Regulus shook his head.

"I've been in love with you for a long time..."

"No... No..."

Regulus didn't want to lose Barty. Barty was very important for Regulus. His best friend in the whole world. The only one that actually got him, that actually cared, that didn't treat him as a baby. Well, perhaps Pandora as well... But Barty was way more important. He had been there for a long time. Regulus loved him too. But not in the way he wanted. He couldn't love anyone that way. Perhaps Professor Frumentar was right about him. He was one of those.

Regulus had tears in his eyes. He wanted to cry. He didn't want Barty to hate him because he couldn't love him back.

"Reg..."

"You just ruined everything..."

Regulus regretted the minute it came out of his mouth but it was too late.

Barty nodded.

"I get it..." he said "I am not good enough for your precious magesty..." he bowed. Regulus was about to cry "The Black Magesty cannot be gay and worst be seen with a guy like me..."

"No, Barty..."

"It's over..." Barty interrupted "I'm done"

Barty walked out of the room before Regulus could stop him.

Regulus silently cried because he had lost his best friend.