Archaeologist Katia Egorova sets off with her son Kolia on an archaeological expedition to the Altai Mountains, little knowing that she will find herself caught up in a struggle over a mystical Scythian gold belt that grants its owner incredible power. The influential businessman Tikhomirov is also on the trail of this powerful artefact: in the 18th century, his ancestor had managed to find one of the three parts of the belt and had left a map. In his search, the businessman is aided by Sacha, a grave robber, but without Katia’s experience, he is unable to piece the belt back together. Her ex-husband, Vadim, is also on the hunt for this unique object. Along the way, the heroes must face the vagaries of the wilderness, ancient riddles and traps left by the Scythians in the sanctuary, as well as their own vices and weaknesses, which the belt awakens in all those who attempt to seize it.
