The Fate of the Infinity Stones After Avengers: Endgame

The conclusion of the Avengers saga brings a lasting impact on the universe, particularly regarding the ultimate fate of the Infinity Stones. After the climactic events of Avengers: Endgame, Captain America (Rogers) and the Avengers team faced a daunting task: returning the Infinity Stones to their original timelines to prevent any potential chaos.

Thanos's Destruction and Time Travel

The Mad Titan, Thanos, had reduced the Infinity Stones to atoms, making them nearly impossible to find or reassemble. According to Thanos, he destroyed the stones using the stones themselves, though this could have been a lie. However, Nebula, who had been with Thanos for over three decades, vouched for his honesty, stating, "Thanos is many things but a liar isn’t him."

Time Travel and Restoration

Following the events of the snap, the Avengers traveled through time to complete their mission. Captain America, specifically, was tasked with returning the Infinity Stones to their respective timelines. This involved retrieving the stones from various times and places, including the events in Endgame where the stones were first encountered.

Initially, some of the stones were found in their original forms, having been borrowed from specific timelines. For instance, Mjolnir, the hammer of Thor, was also returned to its original timeline. The current version of Mjolnir was destroyed by Hela during a previous battle, necessitating the retrieval of the original.

The Power of the Atomized Stones

The nature of the atomized stones is intriguing. Unlike their original, concentrated forms, the stones now exist as particles of air, spreading their powers across the universe. This distribution means that the Stones' influence is more widespread but less potent. The Ancient One warned Loki that for the timeline to remain stable, the stones must be returned to their original places.

Captain America's Triumph

With the task of restoring the stones complete, Captain America returned them to their rightful places. The effort was rewarded, as he spent the rest of his life in peace with Peggy, a significant figure from his past. Captain America's actions ensured that the timeline remained stable, effectively undoing the damage caused by the snap.

The story concludes with the Avengers' triumph, providing assurance that the universe can remain stable and that the legacy of the Infinity Stones will endure through their correct placement.