Los Angeles. 1983. A storm is coming and its name is crack. Set against the infancy of the crack cocaine epidemic and its ultimate radical impact on the culture as we know it, the story follows numerous characters on a violent collision course.

A slightly unhinged former Navy SEAL lands a job as a police officer in Los Angeles where he's partnered with a veteran detective trying to keep maintain a low stress level in his life.

In the international world of gun running... loyalty, honor and discretion are valuable commodities, but nothing is more priceless than the bond of family. Power begets enemies and a loved ones betrayal cuts like a knife. Sides will be chosen, wars will be fought. In the end, there can only be one King.

With his reputation and a potential record deal on the line, Khalil confronts his opponent, Yung Reap, and defends his secret during a freestyle competition.

A retired firefighter finds new purpose when he mentors a troubled young captain, forging unlikely bonds that lead them both toward redemption, forgiveness, and the quiet heroism of everyday life.