The Juggernauts are powered by the Crimson Bands of Cyttorak, one of Doctor Strange's more common spells, often employed to restrict and confine opponents through powerful, magical bands. That revelation makes them no less dangerous, of course, because the Juggernauts are able to reconstruct themselves mere seconds after being torn apart, and can overwhelm even the Avengers' strongest members, like Thor. As the Avengers break apart the Juggernauts' signature crimson armor, the heroes discover their opponents are empty shells, and are puppeteered by an external force to construct the spire. The Juggernauts are primarily interested in erecting a magical spire in the heart of the city, gathering construction materials, and initially only fighting when engaged. RELATED: Doctor Strange Confirms Why He Can Help Solve His Own MurderĪs the Juggernauts make their way to Manhattan, they face off against the Avengers in an epic showdown. In The Death of Doctor Strange: Avengers #1, by Alex Paknadel, Ryan Bodenheim, Rachelle Rosenberg and VC's Cory Petit, the Avengers are reminded of one of the magical sources from which Strange draws his spells, while Iron Man makes a discovery that could save the world - or destroy it. However, that plot is interrupted when a group of Juggernauts emerges from the magical portal deep within the Florida Everglades, smashing anyone in its path before turning its attention to New York City. And, as Earth's Mightiest Heroes mount a last stand, they face off against an army of enemies linked to the X-Men's virtually unstoppable foe: the Juggernaut.Īs chaos reigns over the Marvel Universe, with the heroes barely able to keep up with the paranormal crises, a cadre of supervillains takes a particularly potent bomb to the Nexus of All Realities, intending to destroy this world. His demise led to a magical barrier he secretly maintained around Earth to fall, allowing multiple extra-dimensional threats to emerge, sending the Avengers scrambling to defend the planet.

WARNING: The following contains major spoilers for The Death of Doctor Strange: Avengers #1, on sale now from Marvel Comics.Īs Earth's Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange's death was always going to have untold consequences for the Marvel Universe.

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