Merlin: More Than Just a Magic Show – Unpacking the Boar’s Sin of Gluttony
Let’s discuss Merlin from The Seven Deadly Sins. She’s not just a typical sorceress. Merlin is the Boar’s Sin of Gluttony. She mentors Arthur Pendragon. She’s much more complex than she appears at first glance.
Merlin’s Sin: Gluttony – It’s Not Just About Food, Folks
You might wonder, “Gluttony? Is she just very hungry?” Not quite. It’s about an endless desire for knowledge and power. Imagine a black hole inside her soul, and she tries to fill it constantly.
- Knowledge is Power, and Merlin Wants ALL of It: Merlin is not just curious; she’s obsessed. Learning about Chaos fuels her. She feels a void in her heart. Discovering Chaos was like finding the ultimate cosmic snack to fill it.
- Master Manipulator – Playing Both Sides: To satisfy her thirst for knowledge, Merlin got her hands dirty. She manipulated both Demon and Angel races. Consider her a powerful chess player, moving pieces to uncover secrets and gain abilities. Very resourceful!
- Belialuin’s Demise – Oops, My Bad?: Collecting blessings from both the Demon King and Supreme Deity backfired. Both clans’ rulers were understandably annoyed. The result? Her city, Belialuin, got destroyed. Collateral damage for knowledge, it seems.
- The Void – It’s Always There: Merlin has an internal void. Like being eternally hungry, but not for food. It’s an existential hunger. Reviving Chaos was her plan to feel… complete? Complicated, indeed.
Chaos, Arthur, and Betraying… Everyone?
So, why does Merlin want to revive Chaos? It’s related to that void. In The Seven Deadly Sins, her big goal was to restore Chaos, bringing in a new era. How does she plan to accomplish that?
- Destroying Balance – Light Out, Darkness Out? Nope, Chaos In!: Merlin’s solution was to eliminate the Demon King and the Supreme Deity. She thought this would plunge the world into chaos. According to her, balance is overrated.
- Arthur – The Chosen… Pawn?: Enter Arthur Pendragon. Merlin viewed him as the perfect ingredient for her Chaos recipe. Good and evil coexisting in one person? Just right! She aimed to shape him into the “God of Chaos.” Poor Arthur struggled to be a king amid all this chaos.
- Betraying the Sins – Friends? Frenemies? Pawns.: The Seven Deadly Sins? Merlin used them too. Delayed spells, reactivated curses – all for her Chaos objectives. She considers magic manipulation over friendship.
Classic tales show that Merlin has a weakness: young, beautiful femme fatales. Traditionally, Merlin often fell for pretty faces. It’s a common trope. Even powerful wizards have weaknesses.
Love, Betrayal, and Maybe Some Regret? Merlin’s Motivations Get Messy
Now, let’s explore Merlin’s thoughts. What drives her? Love. Or perhaps a twisted version of love.
- Meliodas – The Spark of… Something: Here’s the backstory: Meliodas saved her. A Demon Clan member! His kindness sparked something within her. Was it love? Maybe. Intense infatuation? For sure. She had never felt anything close before.
- Never Quite Over Him: Meliodas saved her, and bam! Merlin fell hard. She never really moved on from him. This complicated, unrequited love fuels many of her actions.
Betrayal – The Dark Side of Love?
- Taking Advantage of Meliodas’s Desperation: Okay, she “loves” Meliodas, but she also kind of used him. She knew he needed a strong group, and Merlin saw her opportunity.
- The Seven Deadly Sins – Merlin’s Creation, Meliodas’s Team?: She capitalized on Meliodas’s vulnerability to orchestrate the formation of the Seven Deadly Sins. Was it for Meliodas, or her own benefit? Likely both, with Merlin’s agenda at play.
Merlin’s Betrayal – A Recurring Theme, Apparently
Betrayal follows Merlin or maybe she’s the betrayer? In Arthurian legends, Merlin faces his betrayals, too.
- Nimue and Morgana – A Classic Betrayal Tale: In Malory’s Arthurian myths, Nimue betrays Merlin by acting on Morgana’s orders. Ouch. Quite a magical backstab.
- Alternative Betrayals – Nimue’s Choice or Morgana’s Plot?: In other tales, Nimue acts independently; Morgana takes advantage of Merlin’s absence. Regardless, he always ends up betrayed.
Merlin’s Social Circle – Friends, Acquaintances, and Magical Minions?
Merlin interacts with various characters in The Seven Deadly Sins. Let’s explore some key relationships.
- Escanor and Merlin – Baby Mama Drama? Nope.: Let’s clarify: No, Escanor and Merlin did not have a child. Their close bond as Sins doesn’t indicate romance or children. Just comrades in magic.
- Merlin and Arthur – The Mentor and the… Experiment?: Merlin’s obsession with magic means Arthur’s Chaos intrigued her. It was new and mysterious, something she couldn’t resist. Their relationship leans more toward fascination than warmth.
- Merlin and Gowther – Understanding the Ununderstandable?: They lack one iconic quote, but Merlin gets Gowther. She understands his challenges with emotions and helps him control his abilities. Surprisingly empathetic, albeit in a detached way.
Merlin – Prophet, Demon-Spawn, or Just Complicated?
Who is Merlin, really? Let’s analyze her character.
- Prophet – Seer of the Future (or at least parts of it): Known as a prophet, Merlin possesses mystic foresight. This is useful when planning world-changing schemes.
- Demonic Roots – Daddy Was a Demon: Legends say Merlin’s father was a demon, and her mother was human. Quite a mixed heritage! Her magical abilities stem from her demonic dad. Explains some things, right?
- Good vs. Evil – Shades of Gray, and Maybe a Bit of Black?: Is Merlin good or evil? Depends on perspectives and perhaps the day’s mood. Some view her as evil; others as good, despite her demonic background. In Seven Deadly Sins, she falls in the morally gray zone, often doing whatever it takes to achieve her goals.
Sinful Sidekicks – Other Sins in the Spotlight
Since it’s about sins, let’s glance at other characters in The Seven Deadly Sins and beyond.
- Gowther – Lust (but not really): Gowther is linked with Lust, but it’s a misconception. He seeks to understand emotions, not to be romantic.
- Subaru (Re:Zero) – Sin Collector: Subaru Natsuki from Re:Zero faces Sloth, Greed, and a mysterious third sin. A heavy load for one person!
- Beelzebub – Gluttony Incarnate: In demonology, Beelzebub represents Gluttony. Merlin shares company in this sin.
- Lucifer – Pride Before the Fall: Lucifer embodies Pride and rebellion against God. The original prideful rebel.
- King – Slothful Fairy King: King from Seven Deadly Sins represents Sloth because he neglected duties to enjoy life with Diane. Major procrastination!
- Diane – Envy (wrongly accused, again!): Like Gowther, Diane is falsely accused of Envy. False sin accusations are a common trend.
- Meliodas – Wrath,
- and Powerhouse: Meliodas signifies Wrath and remains the most formidable Sin. No surprise there.
- Who Betrayed Meliodas? Elizabeth. (Drama alert).
- Meliodas’s Real Dad? Demon King. Always intriguing family drama when demons are concerned.
So there you go – Merlin, the Boar’s Sin of Gluttony, is a complex and manipulative figure. She’s more than a side character; she drives the narrative forward. Understanding her motives helps unlock deeper layers of The Seven Deadly Sins. Now, I should contemplate the nature of Chaos and maybe grab a snack or two. Gluttony is a sin for a reason… or is it?
