Set in 1625-1628, it recounts the adventures of a young man named d'Artagnan after he leaves home to travel to Paris, to join the Musketeers of the Guard.

D'Artagnan a young hotheaded would-be-Musketeer offends three Musketeers, Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, who each demand satisfaction.

He is challenged to a duel by each of the musketeers. He then befriends the three most formidable musketeers, and gets involved in affairs of the state and court.

Adventure, Action, and Romance