At the time of the Tang Dynasty, in the ancient Sichuan Province of China, Cempaka is a ''silat'' master known as the Golden Cane Warrior. She had four disciples: Biru, Gerhana, Dara and Angin; all of whom are children of enemies she defeated. In deteriorating health, Cempaka names Dara as her successor, but before teaching Dara her ultimate technique Cempaka is ambushed by Biru and Gerhana who want her powerful Golden Cane for themselves. Cempaka fights them to her death, allowing time for Dara and Angin to flee.