In a reimagined World War I setting, where a futile conflict continues unabated, two soldiers from opposing forces engage in a spirited game of chess. A brave carrier pigeon transports their chess moves across the battlefield, even as the violence intensifies. Unaware of each other’s identities, the soldiers continue their game, which parallels the war’s progression towards a decisive conclusion. Regardless of who triumphs in the game, the harsh truth remains: war yields no true victors.