Arctic Howl is over
Stay tuned for Season 3
Following the inaugural mission, Echo Response, Arctic Howl introduces a new set of weekly machine drops built around real-world attack and defense scenarios. You'll face structured, task-based challenges, earn points through flag submissions, and track your progress on a live global leaderboard.
The Gauntlet is OffSec's free capture the flag event built to test real-world defensive security skills under pressure.
Adapt. Endure. Return stronger.
The Gauntlet: Arctic Howl, introduces a new format. Instead of our previous 8-week run, this season will be a 4-week fast-track. New challenges, evolving difficulty, and an unfolding adversary ensure the pressure never stays the same.
Whether this is your first CTF or your next proving ground: Arctic Howl rewards learning, persistence, and adaptation.
Win $14,000 in exclusive prizes
The Gauntlet FAQ
The OffSec Legends
The OffSec Legends, inspired by OffSec's world-renowned certifications, are powerful guides who lead you through The Gauntlet.
The stealthiest can slip past the fiercest defenses, leaving no sign behind.
Kali
The most cunning twist security, slipping through barriers and leaving chaos behind.
ShadowGlyph
The most perceptive can slip through any defense, unnoticed and untouchable.
NightHorn
The cunning unravel webs, slipping through barriers with lethal grace.
Widow
The slyest can bypass any barrier in this realm or others.
Cipherflare
The most relentless can sever any connection, striking without warning and leaving no trace behind.
Nullgrim
The most steadfast defend any stronghold with unwavering resolve.
KnightWarden
The fastest can pierce through any defense, striking with lethal speed and leaving no trace behind.
Hornet Tracer
The most commanding control the storm, eliminating threats with unmatched force.
AnchorHelm