In a distant starstation, a human short-order cook named Steve Armstrong saves his boss, Shorty, from a violent alien guest and is subsequently fired. Shorty, a four-armed humanoid, shows gratitude and they become friends. Without jobs, they face eviction from the station. Enter Quinn, a no-nonsense fighting promoter, who offers Steve sponsorship to fight in the galaxy's most popular arena tournament. Despite initial difficulties, Steve proves to be a formidable fighter, becoming a symbol of hope for humanity and an underdog against the tougher alien opponents. As Steve's success grows, he attracts the attention of beautiful Jade and faces challenges from the tournament's corrupt organizer, Rogor, who seeks to eliminate him from the competition.
Arena
In a shocking turn of events, a human contestant stuns the galaxy by achieving an unprecedented victory in the intergalactic fighting tournament, shattering the long-held reign of alien supremacy.