Ep 1. Zombie Prom

In Halloween Wars season 3, episode 1 titled "Zombie Prom," the competition takes a spooky twist as five teams of skilled cake decorators, pumpkin carvers, and sugar artists come together to create Halloween-themed displays based on prom night and zombies.

The teams are challenged to create both a jaw-dropping display and a delicious cake that must incorporate the eerie prom theme and include a zombie element. The teams are given three hours to complete the cakes and the displays.

The judges for this episode are famous for their work in the horror genre, actor Tony Todd, along with special effects artists Greg Nicotero and McKenzie Westmore. Tony Todd has starred in many horror movies such as Candyman, Hellfest and Final Destination. Makeup artist Greg Nicotero is a brain behind The Walking Dead series and McKenzie Westmore, is a special effects artist known for her work on Face-Off.

The teams are introduced and given the task of creating their zombie-filled prom masterpieces. Each team has unique and creative ideas for their displays, including a not-so-romantic zombie proposal and a take on the classic movie, "Night of the Living Dead."

While some teams struggle with technical difficulties, others face problems with their concepts and execution. However, all of the teams push through and deliver some impressive and intricate cake and display designs.

The judges have a tough time deciding on the winners of the competition. The stunning and horrifying art of the displays, as well as the flavors of the cakes, come under scrutiny. The winning team will take home a prize of $50,000.

As the competition comes to a close, tensions are high, and the teams await the judges' decisions. The suspense builds as the judges critique each team's work and offer their opinions. In the end, only one team is crowned the winner and they happily accept the cash prize.

Overall, “Zombie Prom” is an exciting and intense episode that showcases the creativity and talent of the teams competing in Halloween Wars season 3. With a spine-tingling theme and high stakes, this episode is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.