Desperate men, in the West after the Civil War, band together to defend those who cannot fight for themselves.

A cattle rancher tries to take control of Four Corners when a new judge arrives intent on bringing lawfulness with him.

The town's prostitutes seek protection from their abusive boss and his bodyguards, forcing a confrontation that leads to Mary's kidnapping.

Buck becomes involved with a female felon and is kidnapped along with the woman and her 8-year-old daughter.

Mary's son finally comes home from school to visit but can't escape the vivid memories of his father's murder, especially when it turns out the killers are still in town.

A condemned man knows who killed Chris' wife and son; a dime novelist seeks inspiration.