Disclaimer - I do not own any of the characters mentioned in this story, they are all property of DC and MARVEL. Otherwise I would be very, very wealthy.


A/N – Set in a universe where the Marvel and DC worlds exist as one.

Special shout out to FINMONSTER who inspired me with his cross universe stories.


Metropolis

Superman heaved in a deep breath getting up from his knees feeling battered and bruised. As his blurry vision cleared he looked up at this remarkable new opponent coming towards him; ATLAS of the ancient myths. This titan cracked the street beneath his mighty feet as he walked towards the man of steel who felt nearly helpless against this magical being. With one last try Superman stood up and charged at Atlas pounding away at him but even after being knocked down Atlas stood back up showing little signs of hurt and grabbed Superman by the shoulders then thrust his knee into Superman's gut and sent him flying back with an uppercut.

Atlas looked around at the surrounding civilians and bellowed at the top of his lungs "Is this the best you can offer Metropolis? You're greatest champions lie defeated before you and soon you're guardian will be finished. Old Minotaurs where a greater challenge than you're pathetic so called heroes".

Superman looked around as his fellow Justice Avengers lay defeated; even their combined powerhouses stood little chance against this monster. Namor, Steel, Supergirl, War Machine and Wonder Man were all out of the fight leaving Superman last man standing, and even he was without hope. Superman's intercom buzzed in "Superman this is Captain America from the Justice Hall of Avengers. I'm looking at my feed now; I've got backup coming your way".

Superman replied "If the powerhouses didn't stand a chance then you're just sending them on a suicide mission. I need to know the source of his power Cap. Not only is he magic but every time I come near him I feel weaker and I don't see any kryptonite on him. Call Mister Terrific, Reed Richards or even Hank Pym, we need some brains now. And hell this guys magical; we need Strange or Zatanna, just anyone will do about now".

After a moments pause Captain America returned "Look there is one Justice Avenger we haven't tried. He's off the team for the moment and halfway across the country but I believe he may be the key to this"

As Captain America was finishing a javelin jet came in with supporting Justice Avengers with Wasp in the driver's seat and the jet unloaded Martian Manhunter, Hawkman, Quicksilver, Aquaman, Ms. Marvel, Photon and the two archers Hawkeye and Green Arrow. Aquaman looked down at Namor unconscious and said with great displease "Oh brother from Atlantis, I bleed to see you fallen. Fear not for I shall fight for both our honour".

Superman held his finger to his communicator and said "Sorry Cap but these guys need me" and went back into the fight.

Green Arrow pulled out an exploding arrow and yelled out "Hey blindeye. Think you can keep up to speed"?

Hawkeye shot out an electric arrow and replied with a grin "You couldn't match me on you're best day beardo" and watched as Atlas swatted away both their arrows.

Superman was ready to fly in when he heard the Martian's voice in his head and stopped then watched as the green alien phased through the ground and spoke to him "Wait Superman there's a change of plan. Quicksilver's just run off to grab reinforcements so for now we're just going to hold him back".

"Hold him back"? Superman questioned. "That beast is going to tear the city apart, what do you mean hold him back".

Martian pointed to the battle at hand and Superman quickly noticed the strategy. Photon in her light form bounced off Atlas repeatedly distracting him while Ms. Marvel unleashed a blast of photonic energy into Atlas taking him by surprise. Hawkeye fired a net arrow which slowed down Atlas for a second but provided enough time for Green Arrow to shoot a smokescreen arrow. With Atlas vision obscured, Hawkman charged into Atlas swinging his mace landing one strike but as he lifted his hand to strike again, his arm was caught in Atlas mighty grasp. Seeing his team mate in peril Aquaman charged in running then leaped into the air landing both feet into Atlas's mighty chest sending him back and dropping Hawkman.

Falling to the ground Hawkman yelled to Aquaman "Fall back Aquaman. Fall back now".

Aquaman paid no attention and simply replied "I think I have this covered" and ran into Atlas but was caught by the throat. Atlas held Aquaman high up and said "This is not your kingdom Atlantean. Perhaps you should learn your rightful place".

As Atlas was crushing Aquaman's throat an intense heat blast knocked him back. He watched as the bloodied Superman came at him with glowing red eyes. Superman watched as Atlas readied to attack again but was knocked down as Wasp flew the Javelin above shooting a laser blast at the titan. Superman then realised the genius behind Captain America's planning and realised that they may have a fighting chance after all, but they were yet no closer to defeating Atlas than at the start of the battle.


Themyscira

In Paradise Island, land of the Amazons, Diana approaches Hippolyta; queen of the Amazons. The raven haired Amazon looks to Hippolyta and says "Mother I bring sad tidings, for I fear I am being summoned to Metropolis in the land of men".

Queen Hippolyta stood up and approached her daughter looking her in the eyes and replied "My dear daughter, it does not surprise me that you will be leaving our side. I too know of the dreaded Titan who has taken to your adopted land and I knew that you would not hesitate to take to battle".

Diana looks back in somewhat amazement but before her emotions get the better of her she continues "Yes mother Atlas has returned and I would not leave Themyscira where the situation not so dire. For you know as well as I do that there are none other than myself who could stand up against him".

Hippolyta remarks "Yes Diana you speak a very sad truth indeed. I will not hold you back and I can only grant you my blessing and pray that Hera protects you. But remember that Atlas is a mighty force indeed and you are an Amazon, you must not only use your might but also your mind and wisdom".

Diana replied "Yes mother as always. As soon as I change into my Wonder Woman combat uniform I will depart from the island". Diana leans in to hug her mother goodbye and speeds off.


Oklohoma

After five minutes of running across the country Quicksilver stopped outside a bar, then looking up at the sign he checked the name and thought "The Athenia. How predictable" and walked through.

Quicksilver steps in through the moderate bar and see's a several people around drinking but most of the attention is focused on the stage. Making his way closer he recognises the large man with long hair and a beard in the middle of the crowd and everyone is cheering him on as he drinks a gallon of beer in one arm while holding up a table with three girls sitting on top with his other arm. As he finishes his drink and lowers the table, a smaller man comes in with a microphone and says to the audience "Ladies and gentlemen, if there is one thing we guarantee at the Athenia it's a good time so please put your hands together for the owner of this wonderful establishment, Hercules".

The big man lifts one girl on his one shoulder and holds his hands in the air as the crowd cheers "Hercules, Hercules"! As the celebration continues Hercules notices his silver haired friend in the crowd and puts down the girl and makes his way over to Quicksilver.

Hercules approaches Quicksilver with an ear to ear grin and speaks out "Ho friend Pietro. What brings you to my humble bar? Did news of our fine food and liquor spread across the land"?

Pietro smirked and replied "I see you've made no secret of you're identity. Right now we're in the middle of a heavy fight in Metropolis. As we speak Superman is getting the living daylights beaten out of him".

Hercules grin turned sour as he replied "I pity my friend, the man of steel and my heart bleeds for my team mates but I told the senior members that I can't fight right now. For as you see I have started my own business and taken up other interests" and turned around to wave to two attractive girls sipping cocktails at the bar.

Quicksilver grows restless and says "Look big guy, right now you're the only chance we have. He just took out Namor, Steel, Supergirl and a bunch of other heavy hitters and we haven't put a dent in him yet. Now Superman's on his last legs and Cap's sent in a few more guys to keep him distracted while I charm you into coming back".

Hercules sat back wondering about this villain who wields such force and questioned "But Superman's strength is the same as mine, not to mention his flight and speed puts him beyond my rank. Why do you think I would stand a chance if others such as even Wonder Man have fallen"?

Quicksilver replied "Yes but Superman can be hurt by magic. And because you've taken him before Herc. He calls himself Atlas the Titan".

Hercules sprang from his seat knocking over the table and yelled "By Zeus, this cannot be. I will aid you in battle my friend and I will leave this instance but I do not have you're speed, nor do I have the golden sandals of Hermes. I could leap in great bounds but that would damage the earth and our fellow Justice Avengers could not hold of Atlas for that long".

Quicksilver too stood up and said "Yes we have that sorted. Follow me you're transport should be arriving any minute now".

As both long time allies stepped outside they found Batman standing with his Batwing jet already running ready to go. Hercules looked at him but without his friendly demeanour simply said "Hello Batman. I'm ready to go but I need to grab a couple things from my war shed" and made off.

Batman stood with Quicksilver in a moment of awkward silence until Quicksilver said "So, Batman. I think Herc just needs to change for the fight".

Batman eyed Quicksilver and said "The Flash would have gotten here quicker by several seconds".

Quicksilver stared back at the dark knight and said back to him "Yeah? Well I guess Flash just doesn't have my people skills for this job".

Both turned around as they saw Hercules coming towards them carrying an enormous duffel bag and dressed in his traditional combat garb with a lion's head ornament across his chest and bellowed out "Onwards my friends, to battle".

And so it begins; the start of an amazing adventure for all of our heroes.