During the Ching Dynasty, cruelty and greed oppressed the people. Prince Yun Ching, seeking to shore up his rule, has tried to make alliance with old master Wu. But, this great martial arts fighter who perfected "The Flying Guillotines" is reluctant to ally himself with such an evil man. Meanwhile, the monks of Shaolin Temple and a young fighter called Sun are looking for a sacred book stolen by the rince. These terrible forces meet in a stunning battle during which Sun makes a shattering discovery. For him, the struggle has just begun.