Prologue: Igniting the Flames

Quarry of Creation, Battleworld

The edge of reality, the nexus of all worlds. A realm like this should be empty, void of any living being. That is, except for one. Someone stood at the cliff, his long silver hair and coat being his defining traits. He held a long sword at his side. The man smiled as he realized he had arrived at last.

Sephiroth knelt down on the God Quarry, feeling the energy around him. "Hm. It seems their power did return to this realm. Interesting…" he muttered to himself.

Or so it seemed like it was to himself, holograms of mysterious figures appeared around him via drones, their bodies obscured due to lack of great frequency, "I told you I was correct. With Thanos and Thane gone, the remnants of Galeem and Dharkon must have returned here. They are too powerful to be merely gone." one of the figures revealed to Sephiroth.

"You certainly know more about these two beings than expected." Sephiroth told the figure.

"Some of us here had… some experience with their power." the figure admitted.

Sephiroth frowned, "Hm. It's a shame I missed out on all the fun then.

"This better work." another member of the group said.

"Oh I assure you. This WILL work." Sephiroth said, driving his sword down into the Quarry. He could feel the residual energy bleed into him, his strength growing, his smile widened and this feeling only convinced him to become stronger.

"Oh Cloud, just you wait. Our reunion is going to be GLORIOUS!" Sephiroth cackled, the powers of Galeem and Dharkon being absorbed into him.

Almost in an instant, the Quarry of Creation was enveloped in a white light.

Battleworld

The Battleworld, a realm hidden away from the rest of the multiverse. It serves as a beacon of the multiverse, and battlefield to many conflicts. A Secret War was once brought here, a battle to determine the fate of reality itself. It seemed as though the battle was over…

Or again, so it seemed. As numerous strands of rainbow light began to envelop the Battleworld, bringing the attention of everyone, no matter the domain.

Garrison, House of the Super Soldiers, was the first to observe the phenomenon. President Sharon Carter looked to the sky, seeing the familiar lights. She narrowed her eyes, the Baroness lost on how such an event could happen again.

Kamar-Taj, the Temple of Vishanti and House of the Sorcerers, was next to note the sky. The Baron of this realm, Stephen Strange, the Ancient One, could only look in horror as the event he ensured would never happen again was slowly coming to fruition once more.

Mutopia, House of the Mutants, now led by Professor X following the fall of the previous Baron, caught onto what was happening and sent out a psychic call to the other Houses.

The first to receive the message was the Asgardian Republic, House of the Asgardians, led by Baron War Thor. "Do you see what is happening, Baron Thor?" asked Professor X.

"Aye, Baron X. 'Tis unfortunate. Our forces are lining up to do battle with the being as we speak. We hope to see our brothers-in-arms fight by our side once more." War Thor explained, calling to attention the Asgardian Warriors preparing for another war, hoping the other Houses are preparing as well.

"We're doing what we can. It is imperative we coordinate." Baron X replied.

The next to receive the message was Gwen Stacy, Madame Web, the Baron of the Spider-Guild. She could only sense the dread coming from the being's return. "Madame Web. Our biggest threat has returned." Baron X said.

"I am aware, Baron X…" Madame Web muttered out, "I fear even in its weakened state, we won't be enough to combat it."

"Luckily for us, we have a back-up plan." came a snarky voice, revealed to be that of the AI Baron Stark Prime, leader of the Iron Nation, "I had a drone prepared for such an event."

"What are you talking about, Stark?" Madame Web asked.

"We have allies outside of here… I think for a matter like this we HAVE to call the Champions again." Stark Prime explained, believing the best course of action is to call the heroes of Battleworld back.

"Are you sure? We cannot rely on them to solve all of our problems." Madame Web replied.

"As much as I believe the same, Galeem is too much for us, even in its current state…" Baron X solemnly admitted, "If we fail, ALL worlds will fall… our best chances fall on them in the event WE fall in combat."

"I see… Very well." Madame Web relented.

"I'm sending out the drone to the Summoner's world now. Can you use your Spider-Sense to ensure he gets it, Web?" Stark Prime asked the Baroness of the Spider-Guild.

Madame Web nodded, "I can, yes."

"Alright. I'll send it out now, in the meantime, prepare everyone for battle. We're gonna need all arms on deck." Stark Prime said.

"I have already started, Baron Stark." Baron X revealed.

Meanwhile in New Wakanda, Shuri, the Black Panther and Baroness of the House of Panthers, was preparing as many vibranium weapons as possible, "I have heard everything, Baron X. My arsenal is almost complete."

"Have you made counter-measures for Galeem?" Baron X asked.

"I have. These will at the very least bide us time until the Champions arrive. I fear only they can save us once more." Shuri sighed, slightly disappointed they had to call the heroes to clean up their mess.

"We can only hope this is all there is. Something is blocking the Eye of Agamotto." Baron Strange revealed.

Baron Panther blinked as she adjusted her weapon, "That is not good. We HAVE to win this then."

"I agree, Baron Shuri. Luckily for us our best shot at survival is on its way." Stark Prime said.

During all of this, an orb of light began to grow, an army of white floating hands appeared in the sky, covering everything in shadow. Galeem was back, and it was ready for revenge. Though it needed time to return to full strength, it could still do unspeakable damage to Battleworld.

The armies of Battleworld stood their ground. The Spider-Guild, Asgardians, Mutants, Iron Legionaire, Wakandans, Super Soldiers. All of them were united, all fighting for a common cause, the Secret Wars behind them at last. Sharon Carter spoke, "Houses of Battleworld! We fight once more! Not against each other, but by each other's sides! Though the odds are against us, we stand in the way of oblivion! Give it your all and show Galeem what we do in Battleworld!"

"YEAH!" the army cried in unison.

"LET US GO INTO BATTLE, FELLOW WARRIORS!" War Thor bellowed out.

The armies of Battleworld charged into battle against Galeem and the Master Hands, fighting for everything. For the fate of all worlds.

And during all this, Baron Stark's drone was sent out. Its destination: Mobiant Earth, home of the chosen Summoner of the Champions, the Amazing Spider-Man.

MJR Here: Hey everyone, with KingFrancisX's permission, I'm able to write this neat spin-off featuring the Champions. This story will feature Sephiroth as a major antagonist as well as a group of villains called the Cabal. And new heroes will also be joining the Champions this time, they'll be seen in the next chapter. I hope you all enjoy what I have in store.

Next Time: Summoned once more! The Champions reunited!