Havoc
Havoc noun - A state in which everything is out of order.
Usage example: computer network problems created havoc throughout the office
Shambles
Shambles noun - A dirty or messy place.
Usage example: this room is a shambles—clean it up right now!
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Loki offers to team up with the heroes shortly after you defeat his Cosmic Cube-powered self, with Surtur's forces intent on wreaking havoc and the Asgardian forces in shambles after Loki's attempted coup.
Source: Video Game / Marvel Heroes
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