Merlin, a teenage boy, discovers his magical abilities and learns to master them with the guidance of Magister Gaius, the court physician. Gaius teaches Merlin medicine and magic, while also warning him about King Uther's strong dislike of magic. As Merlin's abilities grow, he becomes the squire to Prince Arthur, whose destiny is closely tied to Merlin's.
Young Merlin, sent by his mother from their village to start a better life, a...