Doctor Strange and the Infinity Stones: Post-Endgame

In the spectacular Avengers: Endgame, the story of the Infinity Stones reaches its climax with the destructive actions of Thanos. The outcome of his snap left the universe in ruins, and the fate of the Infinity Stones, particularly the Time Stone, is one of the many lingering questions that fans pondered. We will explore the details of the dispersion of the Time Stone and the implications on Doctor Strange's future adventures.

The Fate of the Time Stone

The movie Avengers: Endgame does not explicitly detail what happens to the Time Stone after Doctor Strange returns it to its original timeline. However, based on the timeline and the canon events, the Time Stone is said to have been destroyed when it was in Thanos' possession. Therefore, by the end of Avengers: Endgame, the Time Stone is effectively no longer accessible in the current timeline.

It's mentioned that at the conclusion of the film, Captain America returns the stones to their original places in time. This suggests that the destroyed stones, including the Time Stone, are returned to their respective timelines, and thus, they are no longer present in the main storyline. The implication is that Doctor Strange, like the rest of the Infinity Watch, no longer holds the Time Stone.

Doctor Strange After Avengers: Endgame

In the context of the series, Doctor Strange continues his role as the Sorcerer Supreme. As seen in Spider-Man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange still wears the Eye of Agamotto, indicating his powerful association with the Time Stone. However, the scenes where he wears it in a practical, protective manner suggest he no longer possesses the original Time Stone.

The rationale is that the loss of the Time Stone, as predicted by the Ancient One in 2012, was a recurring warning. This prediction might have been mirrored in the future timeline, leading to the destruction of the Time Stone. The current Doctor Strange is now focusing on protecting reality through his own will and magic rather than relying on the specific powers of the destroyed Time Stone.

Theoretical Possibilities

Theoretically, someone could gather the atoms of the destroyed stones and reconstruct them. However, this is highly unlikely given the advanced and carefully managed disposal of the stones by the heroes. Additionally, the stones are said to lose their power and functionality outside their original universe. This could mean that even if the atoms were collected, they might not function as intended.

For Doctor Strange, it is highly improbable that he would be able to recreate the Time Stone from its atoms. The process would be extremely complex and might not yield the desired results. Moreover, as the Infinity Saga concludes, the focus shifts towards new and potentially different cosmic devices or more powerful entities to maintain the cosmic balance.

The Future of the Infinity Stones

Given the nature of the multiverse in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), it is unlikely that the stones will return. The aftermath of the multiverse's recreation and the destruction of the original stones hint at a closed chapter for these powerful artifacts. The MCU is more likely to introduce new and unique devices, or return to the concept of powerful villains without the need for such devices.

In conclusion, post-Avengers: Endgame, Doctor Strange does not have the Time Stone. The fate of the other stones after their return to their timelines also suggests that the Infinity Stones will remain a part of lore rather than featured in the main storyline. The end of the Infinity Saga marks a new era in the MCU, focusing on different aspects of cosmic power and reality protection.