Rhodey nodded, and the two began to cooperate seamlessly. Tony fired off countless mini-missiles, while Rhodey unleashed War Machine's heavy firepower for suppression. Together, they trapped the golden armor in a web of attacks, searching for a chance to bring it down.
The battle fell into a deadlock. Both sides exchanged blow after blow, and Tony and Rhodey gradually felt exhaustion setting in—their breathing grew heavy, sweat dripping from their foreheads.
"Tony, this doesn't look good," Rhodey said between breaths.
"I know, but we can't give up," Tony replied firmly.
"You're both going to die!"
The voice inside the golden armor grew more and more furious.
The golden armor radiated a violent aura as it charged toward Tony Stark and Rhodey. Its movements were fast and brutal—every punch and kick carried devastating power.
Tony Stark and Rhodey defended and counterattacked with everything they had. Their armor was heavily damaged, their bodies near their limits, but they refused to give in.
The battlefield was engulfed in explosions and the screeching clash of metal. Sparks flew, smoke filled the air, and the tension reached its peak.
Tony used Iron Man's incredible mobility to dodge the armor's attacks, releasing powerful energy beams from his wrist launchers. Meanwhile, Rhodey unleashed War Machine's full arsenal—rockets and missiles exploding in rapid succession.
They attacked simultaneously—Iron Man's repulsor beam and War Machine's missiles fired together, aiming for the golden armor's critical point.
The impact shook the ground.
Tony and Rhodey had found the golden armor's weakness—its reactor. That was the key to victory. They knew that destroying the reactor would end the fight.
But they also understood that one of them would have to distract the armor to buy time for the other to strike. They decided that Tony would hold its attention while Rhodey prepared the killing blow.
Tony, in his Iron Man suit, used his agility and weapon systems to lure the armor into constant attacks, dodging every strike and retaliating just enough to keep its focus on him.
Meanwhile, Rhodey maneuvered behind the armor, using War Machine's speed and firepower to close in on the reactor, locking on for the decisive missile strike.
The battle reached its critical moment. Tony's armor was badly damaged—his body and mind nearing their limits. He knew he was running out of time.
"Sir," J.A.R.V.I.S. began.
"Not now."
"Yes, sir."
Tony faced the Warframe head-on, using his own body as bait, dodging deadly blows while counterattacking to hold its focus.
At the same time, Rhodey had positioned himself perfectly. He gripped the controls tightly, steadying War Machine for one last strike.
There was a shared understanding between Tony and Rhodey—an unspoken bond of trust. They could feel each other's determination. They knew that only by standing together could they defeat this ruthless enemy.
Finally, when the armor lunged again, Tony dodged aside, drawing its attention to his flank. At that moment, Rhodey pressed the trigger—firing a deadly missile straight into the armor's reactor.
A thunderous explosion ripped through the battlefield. Flames and debris filled the air as Tony and Rhodey quickly retreated to a safe distance.
When the smoke cleared, a figure stood within the remains of the golden armor—Justin Hammer.
"That's... Justin Hammer!" Rhodey exclaimed, turning to Tony. "What the hell is going on?"
"There's no doubt," Tony said in disbelief. "The voice from that armor—it was AI-generated."
"What?" Tony lifted his helmet, eyes wide in shock.
"Hahahahaha! Looks like you guessed right, Tony Stark."
Descending through the smoke was a menacing, armored figure—Ivan Vanko.
"You two... in this condition," he sneered.
In a flash, he appeared before them—his fist struck out with explosive force.
Both suits were sent flying.
"Cough—ugh..."
Both Tony and Rhodey were badly injured, struggling to stand.
"It's over. Death comes for all—and I will be your guide. The power of the Eisenach Armor will trample this world beneath my feet!"
A shockwave blasted toward Tony Stark.
"Tony!" Rhodey immediately moved War Machine in front of him, taking the hit.
Boom!
War Machine was sent flying across the field.
"Rhodey!" Tony's pupils contracted in shock.
"Hahaha! The mighty Stark family—brought down by their own arrogance," Vanko laughed, gathering energy through the armor.
Bang!
After the blast, Tony slowly opened his eyes—and saw a familiar figure standing before him.
"Super V..." Tony whispered, astonished.
"Tony Stark," Super V said calmly, "you handle him—I'll get the others out."
"No," Tony said, gritting his teeth. "I'm ending this. I have to."
"Hmph. Super V," Ivan Vanko growled, "this is between me and the Stark family. Stay out of it—or die with them."
Andre raised his hands. "Alright, alright, I'll take the weaklings then." With a wave, he telekinetically carried Rhodey and Justin Hammer out of the battlefield.
"Let them go," Vanko snarled. "At least leave Hammer—I'll deal with him myself!" He lifted both arms, charging massive energy blasts.
"Super V, get them out of here," Tony ordered. "I'll handle this."
Super V shook his head. "In your condition? You won't last. But... your opponent's already here."
"Who? Another hero? Electro? The Invisible Man?" Tony asked anxiously.
"Damn it!" Ivan Vanko roared and fired, but Andre effortlessly deflected the attack with telekinesis.
Footsteps echoed as someone approached the battlefield.
"Huh?" Both Tony and Vanko turned in confusion.
"Who are you?" Vanko demanded, his voice trembling with frustration.
"Just a Kamen Rider," John Walker said as he placed a belt around his waist.
"Henshin!"
He inserted a lemon-shaped Lockseed into the slot.
"LEMON!"
"LOCK ON!"
A zipper-like portal opened above him. A glowing lemon-colored armor descended, merging with his body.
Kamen Rider Duke.
Before them stood a warrior whose form blended technology and samurai grace—a powerful, mysterious presence that radiated authority and strength.
"Nanotech? Or hard-light projection?" Tony muttered, stunned by the transformation.
"So dramatic," Vanko scoffed.
"Fortress Mode!"
The Eisenach Armor's legs split apart and rooted into the ground. A stabilizing support extended from its back into the floor. Its weapon systems deployed—cannons, shoulder turrets, and spiral blasters. Missile pods opened on its thighs. The armor became a mobile fortress of destruction and defense.
"The Eisenach Armor has four modes: Fortress, Speed, Assault, and Energy. And now, Tony Stark... I'll kill you with it!" Vanko bellowed.
"Die!"
In Fortress Mode, the armor unleashed a storm of bullets and missiles, bombarding the battlefield relentlessly. Explosions tore through the ground, smoke and debris filled the air.
John Walker—transformed into Kamen Rider Duke—raised his Sonic Arrow.
"Sonic Volley!"
A glowing energy arrow shot through the haze, striking Ivan Vanko's Eisenach Armor.
"Fortress Mode doesn't just hit hard—it's nearly indestructible!" Vanko sneered, crossing the armor's arms to form a massive shield.
Boom!
The arrow hit the barrier, forcing the armor back several meters, leaving deep grooves in the ground.
Kamen Rider Duke gripped his Sonic Arrow tightly, eyes locked on Vanko.
"Ivan Vanko, your Fortress Mode may be powerful—but I won't back down!" Duke declared.
"Hahaha! Fool! You think you can challenge me? I'll make you regret that arrogance!" Vanko shouted.
The two clashed again, the tension in the air crackling.
Duke darted across the battlefield like lightning, dodging the Eisenach Armor's firepower and striking with precision. His speed and agility let him weave through the barrage, countering with pinpoint energy arrows aimed at weak points in the armor.
The Eisenach Armor's bullets and missiles lit up the sky, but Duke avoided most of them with flawless reflexes, suffering only minor damage. Each of his counterattacks chipped away at the armor's defenses bit by bit.
The ground shook beneath their battle. Smoke and fire roared around them. The showdown between Iron Man, War Machine, Super V, and Kamen Rider Duke against Ivan Vanko's Eisenach Armor had only just begun.
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