Face Off, The Gatekeepers

Two teams of artists construct original alien animals.

The artists make beautiful but deadly sirens based on unique sea creatures.

The artists turn engaged couples into whimsically undead duos.

The artists create detailed face makeup based upon literary mash-ups.

The artists compete in a challenge based on a classic Rorschach inkblot test.

The artists create retro-style alien characters.

The artists turn a male model into a female character from a Shakespearean play.

The nine remaining artists face "The Gauntlet."

The artists add their own twist to the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.

The remaining artists compete to dazzle the judges with their freak show-inspired makeups.

The artists must create a human that has evolved to adapt to news environments.

The artists must create a macabre family member inspired by shows like The Addams Family.

The finalists work with a real-life Hollywood director to create three stunning short films on location.

A winner is crowned in the conclusion of the two-part Season 9 finale.