On the small, vulnerable marsh islands of the German North Sea coast, residents face the constant, encroaching threat of rising sea levels. As storm surges become more frequent and aggressive, the local community must adapt to a life defined by the rhythm of the tides and the necessity of collective action. From the daily care of cattle to the complex engineering of coastal protection, the people of the Halligen are fighting to preserve their unique way of life against the backdrop of a changing climate.