In a dramatic context of the 1920s, a young German finds himself trapped in the monotonous routine of his life, marked by dissatisfaction and a yearning for adventure. Tired of his existence in a small town, he decides to escape his reality and enlists in the French Foreign Legion, a destination that promises him excitement and new beginnings. However, what initially seemed like an escape into adventure quickly turns into a journey filled with physical and emotional challenges.
As he adapts to life in the Legion, our protagonist faces the harsh military discipline and a series of complications that test his courage and determination. He meets other legionnaires, each with their own story of misfortune, who help him discover camaraderie and life lessons amid adversity. But behind the promise of glory and freedom lurk shadows of conflict and danger.
As he progresses in his training and participates in missions, the young man is forced to confront his past and the reasons that led him to seek such a drastic life. In a hostile environment, he will learn about sacrifice, loyalty, and the true meaning of freedom. As tensions rise on the horizon, his future in the Legion becomes an internal battle that will lead him to make crucial decisions that will change his life forever.