Trying to escape a criminal past, one man attempts to join the ranks of the Shaolin Warriors, but he's denied. However,  having impressed the king with his dedication, he is hired as a temple groundskeeper. Working on the temple grounds during  the day and mastering kung fu at night, he prepares for a second chance at becoming a warrior. His test comes sooner than  expected when the king's enemy declares war, leaving him alone to defend the temple.