Merlin, Wizard of Dyfed

Authors

• Dermot J. Drew, Providence CollegeFollow

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Description

Merlin is a legendary figure of the Arthurian era and appears across numerous medieval texts. The Life of Merlin describes him as having “lived his life under many kings” and enjoyed the fame as he predicted the future for rulers.[1] Through the use of the Dungeon and Dragons Player’s Handbook and medieval texts, I have created Merlin with an identity as a Human Wizard, sage background, profound intelligence and wisdom, powerful abilities, and a neutral good alignment.

[1] 'The Life of Merlin', trans. Neil Wright, in Richard Barber (ed), Myths and Legends of the British Isles (Woodbridge, 1999), pp. 118–45, at p. 118.

Publication Date

Spring 2026

Publisher

Providence College

Disciplines

Medieval Studies

Recommended Citation

Drew, Dermot J., "Merlin, Wizard of Dyfed" (2026). Arthurian Hero Character Design Project. 5.
https://digitalcommons.providence.edu/dwc-arthurian-hero/5