is the tenth episode of the ninth season of the reality tattoo competition series, Ink Master , which originally aired on August 14, 2017. This season, titled Shop Wars , featured shops from across the country competing in pairs for a $200,000 grand prize and the first-ever title of "Master Shop". Episode Overview
: For the main challenge, the artists must demonstrate precision and technical skill. Skull picks —the show's signature mechanic for assigning canvases—play a crucial role in the strategy, allowing certain shops to level "precision strikes" against their rivals. [S9E10] Drill Baby, Drill
: The shops are tested on their versatility with a woodworking challenge . Teams must struggle to work together to carve intricate designs, testing their ability to collaborate under pressure. is the tenth episode of the ninth season
: Legendary tattoo artist Tommy Montoya joins the regular panel—Dave Navarro, Chris Núñez, and Oliver Peck—to provide expert critique. Watch Options Skull picks —the show's signature mechanic for assigning