The tyrannical King Ahk-Ton enslaves his people to mine Eternium , a magical mineral, to create the Crown of Sabbac , which grants demonic powers.

The story of the film follows Teth-Adam, an ancient anti-hero from the nation of Kahndaq, who is released into the modern world after 5,000 years of imprisonment. The Origin Story

Consumed by rage, Teth-Adam uses his newfound powers to slaughter the king and destroy his palace. Deeming him a threat, the wizards imprison him in a tomb. Modern Day Awakening REVIEW: “Black Adam” (2022) | Keith & the Movies

A young boy named Harut leads a slave revolt and is chosen by the Council of Wizards as their champion, receiving the powers of the gods (Shazam). To save his father, Teth-Adam, who was mortally wounded, Harut transfers his powers to him. Harut is then killed by the king's assassins.