AN: I know there are many MANY stories about Loki finding redemption and all so here's my take on this subject. I started this before Captain America The Winter Solider & Thor The Dark World came out in the cinemas so it's offically AU :D

AN II: Finally figured out FF's page breaks and am busy updating all the chapters and such so please be patient as am trying to type up the next chapter at the same time :)

DISCLAIMER: I do not own The Avengers, Loki or anything that is recognizable to you wonderful readers. I only own Phoenix and the situations here within. One day I will own The Avengers to that I swear :P

To Tame A Fire Bird

Prologue

1 year, 6 months and 25 days.

That is how long Loki had been in prison, ever since Thor had brought him back from Midgard. The All Father had decided to break his punishments into two phases, the first a long stretch in the deep prison of Asgard. The second part he would find out later in the day as it was his day of release from the cold dank cell he'd been in for over a year. He felt remorse, unaware of the consequences of his actions at the time. He, now, realized how wrong he had been to think that he would be able to rule the Midgardians or any of the other realms. Hopefully he would be forgiven in time.

"Brother, it is time."

Loki glanced up from his long, pale fingers at his elder brother. He smiled meekly and stood as Thor unchained his wrists from the cell's walls. Thor led him out of the dimly lit cell into the bright hallway, the light making his eyes water as he blinked rapidly.

"How do you feel brother?" Thor asked as he begun to climb up the light sandstone stairs to the prison hall. Loki sighed and ran his hands through his over-long hair, he wished he had been able to keep it in good condition during his imprisonment. "Loki?"

"I am as well as I can be after such a punishment. Will I be permitted to make myself more presentable before I meet with the All Father?"

"Yes brother, it was mother's wish for you to be made as presentable as possible as the whole of Asgard will be in attendance." Thor explained as they entered the large, golden halls of the palace. Loki tried to ignore the stares of the servants as he was led to his chambers that had been empty for over two years since his fall.

"Loki, my son."

Frigga stood from the plush leather armchair and embraced her youngest son. Loki hesitated for a moment before wrapping his arms around the woman's slender form. "Oh my son! I have longed to hold you in my arms once more."

"I missed you as well mother. I'm sorry if I caused you any suffering these last few years." He whispered into her shoulder as the golden haired goddess rubbed his back lovingly.

"Loki, the past does not matter to me, it is your future that I am concerned about. You have been given a chance to change your life. Do not take it for granted."

"I will not mother, I promise you. I will not fail you again."

"Loki, you have never failed me. You have only failed yourself. I love you my son, I shall see you later. Now make sure he is presentable Thor." Frigga said as she passed Thor, who was leaning against the door frame and smiling slightly. Loki sighed at his brother and began to undress to take the long awaited soak in the bathtub.

Loki stood before the golden throne of Odin All Father and awaited his second sentencing. Thor, Sif and the Warriors Three stood off to one side while Odin sat on his throne with Frigga at his side. He lowered onto one knee as Odin stood and walked down the steps to stand in front of Loki.

"Loki Odinson. Your crimes are numerous and great, and you have served the first part of your punishment. We are gathered today to begin the second part of your sentence." Odin turned and returned to his throne before facing his people. "Loki Odinson, for your crimes against the Midgardians as well as Asgard and the attempted destruction of Jotunheim. You have served several months in prison as part of your sentence. For the second and final part of your sentence, you shall have your voice taken from you and you shall be sent to live among the Midgardians to learn about the people and cultures of Midgard, you shall have your magic stripped from you and all your Asgardian abilities. You will only be permitted to use your abilities to protect the people of Midgard. You shall assist the group of guardians of Midgard known as The Avengers in every way you can. You will be a mortal and must remember not to get yourself injured for you will have no magic to heal yourself with." Odin tapped his staff onto the white marble floor and Loki's armour and god status stripped from his body, his clothes turning into the Midgardian outfit he had worn in Germany. He bowed his head as tears came to his eyes as his throat burned as his voice was taken. "You shall be watched by Thor, he shall return to Asgard every month to report on your progress and if he reports unfavourably about you, I shall have to increase the punishment to something more severe. Rise Loki and be gone from Asgard until you have proven yourself worthy of returning."

Loki stood and glanced at his mother, whom had tears running down her face as the lady Sif held her in her arms. Loki sighed and walked from the hall as the audience whispered amongst themselves, many doubting that he would return, others wishing for a more extreme punishment for his crimes. Thor followed behind him, glaring at those calling for the punishment to be increased.

"Greetings Loki. Greeting Thor." The dark skinned gatekeeper said quietly as they neared the newly rebuilt Bi-Frost.

"Greetings Heimdall, we need to go to Midgard." Thor explained as Loki nodded to the gatekeeper, who smiled lightly as they entered the large gold sphere.

"I know Thor, I see all. I hope you keep well Loki while on Midgard, life will be very quiet without you here." He chuckled as he placed his sword into the machine. "Shall I send you to The Avengers Thor? Or shall I send you to see the lady Jane?"

"I think it best to go to my friends before I see the lady Jane."

"Very well, goodbye my princes." He smiled as the Bi-Frost let out the blue energy towards Midgard. The princes nodded as they were transported to the realm of mortals.

"Sir, I think you should return to the tower as soon as you are able."

"Jarvis, I'm on my way as we speak."

The man of iron flew as fast as he was able back to his tower in the centre of New York as the jet followed behind slowly.

"Sir, there is an energy building on the roof of the tower similar to the energy from the transport of Thor to Asgard. Shall I inform S.H.I.E.L.D.?"

"Nah, the big guy is probably just come to visit his lady. I'm almost home now anyway." Tony Stark replied to his A.I as the tower came into view. "Whoa!" He gasped as his vision was momentarily blinded by the flash of lightning that struck the top of the tower. He regained his sight and flew to the balcony of the penthouse suite.

"Friend Tony!" Thor greeted him as he landed, pulling him into what would have been a rib crushing hug if he had not been wearing his suit. "How fairs the day?"

"Gees, Thor, you need to let go of me first." He sighed as he pushed up his helmet, Thor blushed slightly and let go. "How are you Thor? Just popped in for a quick kiss and cuddle with your lady? Or is there another race of aliens out to rule the world?" he asked as Jarvis began to remove the suit from his creator.

"Nigh, my friend. As you may remember my brother had been sentenced to many months in prison. My father has released him for that punishment." Thor explained as Tony poured himself a strong drink from the bar.

"What? You mean he's free! How could your dad do that! Does he not realized how dangerous he is!" Tony yelled as the jet landed on the roof above them.

"Calm yourself son of Stark! My father has demanded another punishment for Loki. He has been made mortal."

"Mortal? You mean he's human?" Natasha asked as she and the other Avengers exited the lift from the roof, including their newest member Phoenix, a young girl who had the ability to control fire. "Please tell me he's still on Asgard."

"Nigh lady Natasha. My father had made him mortal, stripped him of his magic. He must remain on Midgard and learn about this realm."

"So he's here?" Agent Barton snarled as he balled his fists in anger. Natasha glanced at him in warning. "I will not be part of this!" He hissed as he left the room.

"My brother has been ordered to assist in the protection of this realm and to help you, my friends, in doing so. Only then can he use his magic and god like abilities." Thor explained as the group looked at him in mixed emotions. Phoenix glanced at the tall, dark haired man that everyone had yet to notice, she could feel the residual traces of magic in him but sensed no threat from the man. Tony sighed and downed his drink as Loki stepped forward and stood beside his brother. "Father wishes for him to learn the ways of the people, I would like to learn more about this realm as well. I believe you will be the best to aid me in this."

"Yea sure thing big guy, hell Steve might as well learn a bit more about this day and age too." Bruce smiled as Loki paled at the sight of the man, whom had smashed him into the very floor upon which he now stood. "How about it Steve?"

"Sure. I look forward to it actually, might help me understand this new age better. See you later, I'm gonna hit the showers."

"There is another thing you should know my friends." Thor sighed as his friends looked up from what they were doing. "My father has taken Loki's voice. He can no longer speak."

"Wow, the lie smith silenced. However will he make witty comebacks to my rude jokes?" Shark laughed as Loki glared at him. "Jarvis!"

"Yes sir?"

"Come up with a plan for something for Reindeer Games so he can communicate. Maybe something like Phoenix's device. Let me know when you're done." Tony said to the computer.

"Of course sir, I shall start this very moment." Jarvis replied before beeping off.

"Well then Loki, how's it feel to be mortal?" Natasha asked as the group giggled slightly. Loki sighed as Phoenix smiled lightly at him while handing him a pen and a pad of paper. "Til Tony has made you something to communicate with us, you'll have you make do with the old fashion method."

Thank you for the paper and pen Miss Romanoff. Loki wrote, smiling at the red headed assassin. Natasha smiled back and left to have her own shower. I feel the need for nourishment, is there a place where I may dine?

"Oh! Right you need to eat and stuff now you're human!" Bruce said, laughing slightly as Phoenix slapped Tony around the head of laughing at the god of mischief. "Follow me Loki and I'll show you to the kitchen where you can get a bite to eat."

Loki glanced at Thor in uncertainty, who nodded slightly. Loki followed after Bruce and Phoenix into the elevator. Thor nodded to his brother before turning to Stark and Agent Romanoff.

"So he's here till he proves himself like you did in New Mexico?" Natasha asked putting her hands on her leather clad hips. Tony poured himself another drink as Thor sat on the leather sofa nearest the window. "Thor? Is there something you're not telling us?"

"I fear for my brother lady Natasha. My father wishes him to prove himself worthy of his title and powers, just as I had been made to do." Thor sighed as he placed his mighty hammer upon the glass table in front of him as Tony handed him a glass of scotch. "I worry what will happen if he can not prove his worth."

"Don't worry big guy, we'll help you and Loki every step of the way. After all everybody deserves a second chance" Natasha replied as Tony nodded.