Ep 14. Active Duty

Ink Master season 6 episode 14, titled "Active Duty," features the remaining tattoo artists competing in a challenge inspired by the military. The episode opens with the contestants reflecting on their experiences thus far and their determination to stay in the competition.

Host Dave Navarro and judges Chris Nunez and Oliver Peck explain that for this challenge, the artists will be tattooing active military personnel and their loved ones. The artists are excited for the opportunity to create meaningful tattoos for such an important group of people.

The contestants meet their canvas assignments, which include everything from family members to active soldiers. They get to work on designing their tattoos, taking into account the personal stories and experiences of their canvas. The artists are given six hours to complete their tattoos, with the added pressure of knowing that their clients will be wearing their designs permanently.

Throughout the tattooing process, there is tension among some of the artists as they struggle with their designs and the pressure of impressing the judges. Judge Chris Nunez also makes it clear that he will have no tolerance for any disrespectful behavior towards the military members being tattooed.

As the clock winds down, the artists begin to feel the stress of the competition more than ever. One artist struggles with technical difficulties with their tattoo machine, while another realizes that their design isn't turning out as planned.

In the end, the judges critique each tattoo, looking for technical skill, creativity, and the ability to capture the essence of the military experience. One artist's design stands out as particularly impressive, while another falls short and is sent home.

The episode ends with the remaining contestants feeling more inspired and motivated than ever, knowing that they have proven themselves capable of creating meaningful tattoos under pressure. They continue to push themselves in the hopes of being named Ink Master.