The father of Arthur who seizes the throne with Merlin's magical aid to seduce Igrayne. As he lies mortally wounded, he drives Excalibur into a stone, establishing the prophecy that whoever retrieves it shall be the rightful king of Britain, setting the entire saga in motion.
Merlin provides the magic that enables Uther's rise to power.
Merlin retrieves Excalibur for Uther and uses the Charm of Making to help him secure the throne.
Their affair produces the child who becomes the rightful heir.
Merlin uses magic to help Uther seduce Igrayne, the Duke of Cornwall's wife.
Their family connection links Morgana to the royal succession.
Morgana is described as Uther's half-sister and as the daughter of Cornwall.
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