Ep 9. Lancelot Du Lac

In the ninth episode of the fourth season of Merlin, titled "Lancelot Du Lac," the story follows the return of Lancelot, who is believed to have died in the previous season. However, when Merlin discovers that Lancelot's death was a ruse, the two are reunited. It turns out that Lancelot's apparent death was concocted by him to protect Gwen, whom he had loved from afar.

As Merlin and Lancelot reconnect, the other knights of Camelot set out on a mission to retrieve the Cup of Life, a magical chalice that can grant the gift of immortality. However, their mission takes a tragic turn when one of their own is mortally wounded, forcing them to make a difficult decision.

Meanwhile, Morgana hatches a plan to infiltrate Camelot using a kidnapped Gwen, hoping to steal the Cup of Life for herself. When Merlin and Lancelot learn of Morgana's plot, they devise a plan to rescue Gwen and stop Morgana's nefarious plans.

The action comes to a head when Morgana unleashes a powerful magic spell against Camelot, and Merlin must use all of his powers to defend the kingdom and its people.

Throughout the episode, Merlin grapples with his relationships with those around him, as he is forced to balance his loyalty to Arthur with his personal feelings for Lancelot and Gwen. The episode serves as a testament to the strength of friendship and the power of sacrifice, as the characters must put aside their personal desires to protect the greater good.

"Lancelot Du Lac" is a thrilling and emotional episode that showcases the strengths of the series. The high stakes action is balanced by heartwarming moments of friendship and love, making it a standout episode in the series as a whole.