It's 1994, and Conner MacLeod must battle Kane the Magician, who is a master illusionist seeking to rule the world. While searching for Kane, MacLeod meets Alex Smith, a research scientist from the Museum of Ancient History who is also on Kane's trail. They learn that Kane was buried beneath a mystical mountain over 300 years ago along with three other immortal warriors. With this knowledge, MacLeod returns to Scotland and rebuilds his old sword to prepare for his destiny.