A mysterious stranger rides into the small mining town of Lago, crossing the desolate landscapes of the American West. Almost immediately, his presence elicits a mix of curiosity and unease among the townspeople. Displaying exceptional skills with a gun, he quickly asserts his dominance when three local outlaws attempt to intimidate him, resulting in a violent confrontation where the stranger emerges as the victor. Recognizing his abilities, the fearful and desperate townsfolk solicit his help. They are being terrorized by a gang of marauders, led by three savage gunmen, who have vowed to return and exact revenge on the community. The townspeople entreat the stranger to protect them and, in exchange, he can demand anything he desires.

The stranger's demands are peculiar and excessive, but the people of Lago comply, driven by the terror of the returning gunmen. As the stranger assumes control of the town, he uses his newfound authority to enact a series of bizarre and humiliating tasks for the populace. It becomes increasingly clear that the enigmatic drifter has a personal motive that goes beyond mere monetary gain or altruism. His manipulations reveal the moral corruption and dark secrets that lurk beneath the town's surface. Just as the townspeople begin to question the true nature of their savior, the imminent threat of the vengeful marauders looms closer, forcing the town to prepare for an unavoidable confrontation.