Ep 12. Skull Island: Reign of Kong

In Face Off season 10 episode 12, titled "Skull Island: Reign of Kong," the contestants are tasked with creating dynamic characters inspired by the new Kong: Skull Island film and its iconic location, Skull Island. The episode opens with the contestants being introduced to the challenge and then they visit the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park where they view different elements of the Kong: Skull Island attraction and get a feel for what they're going to work with. From there, the artists start the process of creating new creatures that blend both real-world and fantastical elements for the mythical world. They work with makeup, prosthetics and special effects to bring their visions to life.

The artists are eager to create their designs and are given the chance to showcase their imaginative work with the hope of impressing the judges. But things become even more challenging when the judges give them the added obstacle of creating a combined King Kong and one of their own creatures into one character, which is no easy feat. To help them in their task the contestants get guidance and feedback from special guests including Lou Diamond Phillips, star of Longmire and Glee, and Tom Woodruff Jr., who has been behind the special effects of movies like Jurassic Park, The X-Files, and Puppet Master.

At the time constraints tighten, the pressure on the artists increases and the judges scrutinize the designs, looking for serious flaws in execution. Points are awarded for overall creativity, how well the artists adhered to the challenge guidelines, and how well they handle the pressure. The stakes are high for all of the contestants and the judges, who must decide who has created the standout creation. In the end, only one can reign supreme.

Face Off season 10 episode 12 offers fans of the show and the Kong: Skull Island franchise a unique opportunity to see some incredible artistry in action. It's a chance to see what goes into creating some of your favorite movie monsters and to root for your favorite artists as they work hard to make their mark on this unique challenge. Overall, this is an episode that's sure to delight fans and newcomers alike with its thrilling pace and creative energy.