**Setting: Avengers Compound – Final Strategy Session**
The Avengers knew the stakes. Kang the Conqueror wasn't just a threat to Earth—he was a threat to *time* itself. The final strategy session before their confrontation with Kang had a weight to it that no previous battle had. This wasn't just about strength, speed, or firepower; it was about outsmarting an enemy who had mastered the very fabric of reality and time. This time, the Avengers had to be more than a team of heroes—they had to be a team of tacticians.
In the war room, the team gathered around a massive holographic table, displaying a rotating map of multiversal rifts. Doctor Strange stood at the center, his gaze focused on the map. Jordan was there too, his hand gripping the *Reality Stone*, but unlike before, the power within him felt more controlled—less chaotic. He was ready, but the uncertainty still lingered in his mind.
"The key to stopping Kang is not just in brute force," Strange began, his voice filled with urgency. "We have to disrupt his connection to the timeline. He's using a method of temporal manipulation that relies on *anchors*—points in time that he has locked into place. If we can break these anchors, we can prevent him from manipulating the timeline at will."
Tony Stark raised an eyebrow. "Temporal anchors, huh? Like little time bombs scattered throughout history?"
"More like fortifications," Strange clarified. "Each anchor is a fixed point in time that Kang can access and control. If we break these points, he'll lose his ability to manipulate time."
"Great," Tony said, rubbing his hands together. "We find and destroy these anchors. We stop Kang. Simple."
"It's never simple with Kang," Natasha said, her voice quiet but sharp. "He's not going to make it easy for us to break these anchors. He'll be protecting them—probably using his own forces, maybe even *other versions* of himself."
Steve Rogers stood, his gaze fixed on the map. "We're going to need a plan, and we need to move quickly. Time is on Kang's side, but we can't afford to let him control it."
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**Setting: Avengers Compound – Team Assignments**
The Avengers broke into smaller groups, each tasked with a specific part of the mission. Each member of the team had their own skills, and now, more than ever, it was time to combine them in the most strategic way possible.
#### **Team 1: The Temporal Disruptors**
This team's task was to find and destroy Kang's temporal anchors—his control points throughout time. To do this, they would need to use the *Reality Stone* to locate the anchors and disrupt their flow of power.
**Jordan**, as the wielder of the *Reality Stone*, was crucial for this part of the mission. His powers could sense distortions in time and space, and with the stone, he could amplify this ability to locate Kang's anchors. However, the team needed to be careful—Kang's forces would be guarding these anchors, and Jordan's power could attract unwanted attention.
"Jordan, you'll need to stay focused," Strange said, his tone firm. "Your control over the *Reality Stone* has improved, but it's still volatile. One misstep, and you could inadvertently *strengthen* the anchor instead of breaking it."
Jordan nodded, understanding the stakes. He had made tremendous progress with the stone, but he couldn't afford to make a mistake now. The pressure was immense, but he wasn't the only one who would be putting everything on the line.
**Strange** would accompany Jordan on this mission, using his magic to shield them from Kang's time-manipulating agents and to help keep them one step ahead of any traps Kang might set.
"Don't worry, Jordan," Strange said, offering a rare, reassuring smile. "I'll be your anchor while you handle the *Reality Stone*. We're in this together."
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#### **Team 2: The Diversions**
The second team's mission was to keep Kang's forces distracted while Team 1 handled the anchors. The Avengers knew Kang would use everything at his disposal to protect the anchors, including versions of himself from alternate realities. These versions would be armed with knowledge of the Avengers' tactics and strategies, making them formidable opponents.
**Captain America**, **Sam Wilson** (as the new Captain America), and **Natasha Romanoff** were tasked with keeping Kang's forces occupied, creating diversions and forcing them into conflicts that would slow their efforts. Their mission was critical—if they couldn't keep Kang's forces distracted, Team 1 would be in trouble.
"We'll create chaos," Steve said, his voice steady as always. "If we can keep them busy, they won't have time to protect the anchors properly."
"We'll be a *thorn* in their side," Sam added, his eyes focused. "It's all about timing. We can't afford to let them get the upper hand."
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#### **Team 3: The Tactical Assault**
The final group's task was more straightforward—take down Kang if he directly intervened. This team would be on standby in case Kang himself entered the fray or if things went wrong.
**Thor**, **Hulk**, and **Iron Man** made up this team, each prepared for a direct confrontation with Kang. Thor would bring his lightning and Mjolnir, Hulk would be their powerhouse, and Tony Stark—using his upgraded armor—would add his own brand of firepower and strategy.
"If Kang comes at us directly, we're going to need all the muscle we can get," Tony said, his voice laced with confidence. "But we're not just going to smash things. We need to keep him distracted while the others do the real work."
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**Setting: The Plan in Motion – Preparing for Battle**
With the roles clearly assigned, the Avengers began their final preparations. Jordan stood with Strange, his mind racing with thoughts of the battle to come. He had never faced a threat like Kang—someone who could warp time itself. But he had the *Reality Stone*, and he wasn't going to let it control him. He was ready.
Before they left, Tony pulled Jordan aside.
"You've come a long way, kid," Tony said, a rare moment of sincerity in his voice. "You're more than just the guy with the stone. You're part of this team. And we're with you."
Jordan looked at him, feeling the weight of those words. For the first time, he didn't feel like just the team's weapon. He was an Avenger, a protector of the multiverse—and that meant he couldn't afford to fail.
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**Setting: The Confrontation Begins – The Battle for Time**
The team deployed into the field, the tension thick in the air. They knew what was at stake. The moment they entered Kang's domain, the battle would be more than just physical—it would be a battle of wits, of time, and of willpower.
Jordan's team, led by Doctor Strange, dove headfirst into the rift. Their task was to find the anchors and break them before Kang's forces could stop them. Jordan closed his eyes, reaching out with the power of the *Reality Stone*. His senses flared as the anchors revealed themselves—dark, twisted points in time, as though they were scars on the very fabric of reality.
"We need to act quickly," Strange said. "Kang's agents will be watching for us. We can't let them catch us off guard."
Jordan nodded, feeling the stone hum with power. He could sense the anchors, their presence a dull, pulsing vibration in the air. But as he reached out to manipulate one, he felt it—something was different. It wasn't just Kang's agents they had to worry about. The anchors themselves were *alive*, sentient in a way, able to react and fight back.
"You need to break them, Jordan," Strange said urgently. "Use the stone to undo their grip on time."
Jordan focused all his energy on the anchors, the *Reality Stone* glowing bright in his hand. With a deep breath, he released a surge of power, attempting to sever their connection to Kang.