A group of mercenaries led by the ruthless Jake Remy plans to rob a small town and make a quick escape to Mexico. They find their path blocked by a river, which is controlled by Travis, an intrepid ferryman. After the initial robbery, Remy and his gang reach the riverbank, hoping to cross without difficulty. However, Travis senses the gang's malicious intent and decides not to comply with their demands. Instead, he holds his ground, forcing the gang into a standoff. As tensions escalate, the residents on both sides of the river are drawn into the conflict, finding themselves pawns in the power struggle between Travis and Remy's gang.

As days pass, Travis' decision to withhold his service amplifies the stakes, drawing in nearby communities that rely on his ferry for essential transit. Both parties are entangled in a tactical game, with Travis’ knowledge of the river and terrain pitted against Remy's increasing desperation and cunning. Skirmishes and confrontations occur as each side makes bold moves to gain an advantage. Alliances form and crumble under the pressure, testing the resilience and moral compasses of everyone involved. Through this dynamic clash, survival becomes less about brute force and more about strategy and willpower.