Among the nine kingdoms, the planet known as the Dark World is the home of the Dark Elves.
In Nordic mythology, the nine kingdoms were independent and formed a system together due to the World Tree.
The human kingdom Midgard, also known as the Earth, serves as the atrium in the center of the World Tree, and the other eight kingdoms surround it like branches of the tree, forming this unique system.
In the Marvel world, the so-called nine kingdoms are actually planets corresponding to nine space nodes, which are summarized into one system due to certain special factors.
For example, every once in a while, a gathering of celestial bodies will occur in the nine major kingdoms, causing chaos in time and space, and some wormholes will appear between the kingdoms.
In fact, even without the nine-star connection that took place thousands of years ago, there are secretly connected space rifts between various kingdoms. The second prince Loki has mastered a space rift that can lead directly from Asgard to Watt Alheim.
This is why nine planets that are clearly not in the same galaxy, and even the floating continent Asgard, are included in the same system.
They are somehow related to each other!
The Earth is the most special among the nine kingdoms. As a transit station, it can be regarded as a strategic location extending in all directions. As long as the Earth is occupied, the other eight kingdoms can travel freely.
By the same token, we can deduce why Odin was once a tyrant!
For long-term rule and for its own safety, Asgard must keep the nine kingdoms firmly in its hands, otherwise enemies may fall from the sky at any time.
After completely ruling the nine kingdoms, Odin began to work full-time as a benevolent king, because there was no need for war, or large-scale war.
The nine kingdoms are self-contained, geographically safe, and have sufficient resources for Asgard to develop and grow.
By the way, although there are nine kingdoms, because the space system is always changing, the area Odin rules is far more than the nine planets, sometimes it increases, sometimes it even decreases.
Therefore, the Asgardians often go on expeditions, and Thor and Loki gain their military exploits from here.
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Getting back to business, three battleships landed on Vat Alheim, a planet with a yellowish appearance.
The surface of the earth is just like its color. This withered planet is covered with clouds and rocks. What you can see is endless desolation without any sign of life.
The dark elves were defeated in a war thousands of years ago, and their homeland was destroyed by the Rainbow Bridge, which caused the ecological environment here to collapse. The radiation continues to this day, making it unsuitable for colonial habitation.
Malekith returned to his home, looking at the barren home, feeling melancholy and suffering written on his face.
The adjutant Algorim had a similar expression to his. With the two of them included, there were less than thirty remaining dark elves. They had lost the ability to wage war and were very confused about the future of the race.
Malekith asked: "Argolim, what would you do if we could find the Aether?"
How to do it? What else do you want to do? Can you be more honest?
Algolim's eyes widened. The dark elves were only capable of this. No matter what they did, there would always be a result.
Feeling powerless!
Malekith glanced at all the tribesmen and shook his head mockingly. Thinking about the devastating battle between Russell, Thanos, and Captain Marvel, he felt like a fool.
"Silly, you're blocking the road!"
A voice that was both salty and mild came from behind. Malekith's expression suddenly changed, he turned around suddenly and obediently gave way to the way.
"My master, why did you come down in person? The wind and sand here are a bit strong and will stain your clothes."
Malekith had a flattering look on his face, and his adjutant Argolim showed a simple smile, standing next to Russell with his chest raised, blocking the blowing sand.
The dark elves have declined, and they have to cling to Russell's lap in order to survive. Although Russell doesn't like them very much, Malekith firmly believes that his sincerity will definitely impress Russell.
Next to him, Zerel, the first dog leg, sensed the threat, secretly cursed him as a licking dog, waved his hand, and ordered the soldiers to bring a red carpet and lay it on Russell's only path.
Russell: "..."
He didn't like this kind of behavior, like a villain, but the younger brother was kind-hearted and didn't want to criticize them. He shook his head and walked onto the red carpet.
Steve behind him frowned tightly. As a justice organization, why does Hydra have some sycophants when its power has spread to the universe?
Whether it's the dark elves or the Chitauri, in Steve's opinion... they don't look like positive characters.
For a moment, Steve felt that the burden on him was a lot heavier. As the captain of Hydra, he must always urge Russell to restore Hydra's decent style.
"Sir, I have something to say to you..."
As soon as Steve spoke, Russell replied: "I know what you are going to say. I have already contacted the Hydra Earth Base. Ms. Carter will arrive here soon."
"Really!?" Steve's brows were filled with joy when he heard this, and he instantly forgot what he wanted to say.
"There are many people traveling with us, such as your former friend Howard Stark, do you remember?"
"I don't remember."
Steve shook his head. Except for Bucky and Carter, everyone else had no impression of the name at all.
It's shameful to say that Russell single-handedly promoted him to the captain of Hydra and helped him transform from a weak sick boy into a super soldier, but he had no impression of him at all and even rejected him a little.
Every time he thinks about this, Steve feels ashamed. He remembers his girlfriend and brother, but forgets his benefactor. What is the difference between this kind of ungrateful behavior and shameless people such as Zerel and Malekith?
It is definitely impossible for Steve to return to Earth. With Hydra's reputation on Earth, Steve will not be able to come back.
By then, he will not only lose the Hydra captain, but also lose the stability of his rear area.
He simply called Carter over. Wenwen Township was the Tomb of Heroes. Russell believed that Carter could definitely put Steve to bed and make him forget about his home on earth.
A lie requires a thousand lies to cover up, but Russell has no other choice. The enslavement skill is ineffective against Steve. The latter's mental will is too tenacious and is completely different from the original Natasha and Bucky.
If you think about it carefully, most of the younger brothers Russell enslaved were ordinary people without extraordinary powers. The only one who had anything to do with the strong, Jason, was still a child.
"Boss, is there really no need to get in touch with Asgard?"
Natasha asked, if you want to exchange prisoners for ransom, you must at least notify him, otherwise Odin doesn't know the transaction location, wouldn't he have to wait a lifetime?
Russell chuckled: "No, this is already Asgard's territory. If Odin really doesn't know, he's just pretending."
If Odin dared to leave him alone, he would dare to cut off Thor and Loki's food to see who could afford it!
"Come here, set up a platform and tie the two princes up... remember that the eldest prince is behind the second prince, so tie it up firmly."