Morgana Pendragon is the main antagonist of the television series "Merlin", created by the BBC. Morgan's fairy from the legends of King Arthur became the prototype of the villain . We will talk about this character, so loved by fans of the series, in this article.
The series "Merlin"
The series was released from 2008 to 2012, during which time 5 seasons were shown. At the center of the story is the kingdom of Camelot, which is immersed in chaos. King Uther, who came to power, banned witchcraft, killed all dragons, and banished wizards. After 20 years, young Merlin arrives in the capital, who has magical abilities. Gradually, he finds out that he must help Prince Arthur, who will become King of Camelot, unite the warring kingdoms.
Morgana Pendragon, whose photo can be found in this article, is Arthur's sister. But, unlike him, she is driven only by ambition and anger. She also hates her father, Uther.
Morgana Pendragon: actress
The role of Morgana in the series was performed by model and actress Katie McGrath. Initially, the girl did not even think about a career in the movie, intending to become a journalist. But by this occupation, she quickly cooled and got a job as a costume designer on the set of the Tudors series. From this moment, her new life and acting career began. The actress made her debut in the movie "Damage." To date, the most famous of her work is the role of Morgana.
Morgan's Legends
In the epic, she is called a fairy, because she owned dark magic. In the Middle Ages, fairies were perceived as creatures of evil. In the early sources, Morgan appears as a sorceress, friend and sister of Arthur. She is later portrayed as the first child of Gorloyce and Igreyn. Arthur, born of Igrein’s second marriage to Uther, is her half-brother. In the film, she appears as the daughter of Uther.
It is believed that the parents of the traitor and murderer Arthur Mordred are Arthur and Morgan Pendragon himself. Merlin, her eternal adversary, the fairy has repeatedly tried to destroy, but has not succeeded in this. Every time the wizard managed to unravel her evil machinations.
Character
Morgana is a vindictive, ruthless, prudent and cold girl. Having gone over to the side of evil and betraying her family and friends, she was ready to do anything to get the throne. Anyone who gets in her way, she will destroy without hesitation. By itself, Morgan Pendragon is very closed, secretive and gloomy. In this way, she resembles her father Uther and is completely different from her brother Arthur.
Nevertheless, she herself hates her father and is furious when they begin to compare. Morgana blames Uther for all his misfortunes. In addition, she is very vindictive, but usually she does not succeed in bringing the planned crime to the end. This is the conclusion of her from herself, and she strikes evil at the servants.
Despite the pretense of indifference, Morgana is not insensitive, but she tries to hide her true state of mind.
Biography
At the very beginning of the series, Morgan Pendragon belonged to the good characters. She was an energetic, resourceful and compassionate girl. Many considered her attractive and sweet. Merlin was even in love with her. The future evil sorceress was very active, independent and brave. She openly opposed her father's decision to ban magic. Morgana has always been opposed to Uther's policy of persecuting and exterminating magicians, believing that they do not deserve it. She also has the courage that allows her to join the battle and protect the weak. But the most striking features of her character are stubbornness and perseverance.
Morgana was always considered at court, though a cruel, but fairly fair person. However, at heart, the girl was lonely, which caused fear and depression in her. She was afraid that if her father became aware of her witchcraft abilities, he would without hesitation execute his daughter. Morgan can not find support and help from friends. And then she finds her family among Mordred, Morgause and Alvar.
After Merlin poisoned her, Morgana goes to Morgause for help. The treatment lasts a year. When it ends, Morgana appears a completely different person - cruel, treacherous and vengeful. She wants to seize power, and the life of Uther and people like him turn into torment.
At first, Morgana was convinced that Arthur could become a more worthy ruler than her father. However, gradually it begins to seem to her that none of the Pendragons is worthy to reign. Then the open confrontation begins. Morgana joins the struggle of the Morgause, and when she dies, takes her place and already alone tries to destroy Arthur.
Morgana always hated the tyrannical rule of her father, but when she herself was on the throne of Camelot, she established no less cruel and terrible orders, without even realizing how similar she was at that moment to Uther. Trying to subjugate the inhabitants of the country, she arranges demonstrative executions of the innocent and defiantly burns the crop, condemning people to starvation.
Morgana enjoys the torment of other people. So, she tortures her father, Gawain and Elian.
True essence
Morgana Pendragon, despite such negative traits as revenge, arrogance and ruthlessness, remains an intelligent, strong determined and indomitable adversary. Her evil temper is only a protective shell, behind which she hides the kindness and compassion of her soul from the world. Her true nature is manifested when she loses people close to her, for example, Agravein and Morgause.
The bright side of the personality of Morgana appears at the moment when she is released from prison. She spent the whole time of imprisonment next to the last dragon, Aitusa. This softened her temper, made her softer. Morgan was strongly attached to the dragon, which was manifested in compassion and tenderness.
It is condescending not only to friends, but also to enemies. So, when Finn committed suicide, Morgana ordered her body to be given fire.
She always considered Mordred her only friend, to whom she showed concern, affection and even motherly love. Morgan forgives him even betrayal, after he returns from Arthur and reveals the secret that Merlin and Emrys are the same person. Mordrell's death is a serious blow to her. She falls into grief and swears at all costs to avenge his death. Nevertheless, it was this event that ultimately set her against Arthur and rooted the desire to destroy her brother at all costs.
Abilities
Morgana is able to change her appearance, inspire others with her thoughts, recognize the thoughts of others, see the future, control the weather, revitalize the dead, cause earthquakes, control fire, frost, water, air and light. She is practically immortal. Only Excalibur is capable of wounding her.
In addition, she perfectly owns the sword, has high intelligence and charisma.
Morgana Pendragon Quotes
Here are some of the heroine’s most popular quotes:
- "Sometimes you need to do what you think is right, spit on the consequences."
- "Men who consider themselves to be strong sex are actually slaves of their passions."
- "Ambition for the sake of ambition is futile."
- "The shot deer jumps higher and fights more desperately."
Negative characters in TV shows are sometimes more popular with viewers than positive ones. Morgana Pendragon, Ramsey Bolton and many others can be excellent proof of this.