Navigating the Rules: An Unconventional Source

The challenge, set under the premise of following the rules for the CTF, requires participants to delve into the provided rule section. However, the real treasure lies in an unconventional source.

Challenge: Read The Rules
Category: Warmups
Difficulty: easy
Author: John Hammond

Description:
Please follow the rules for the CTF!

• Read the Rules: Begin by carefully reading the rules section provided. The expectation is to find the code directly within this section.
• Inspect Element: Surprisingly, the code is not found within the rules section. Participants are prompted to use the browser’s “Inspect” feature to delve into the source code.
• Search for the Flag: Within the source code, keen eyes should look for the flag, discreetly commented and waiting to be discovered.

Conclusion:
The “Navigating the Rules” challenge tests participants not only on their adherence to instructions but also on their ability to think outside the conventional path. By exploring the source code via the browser’s Inspect feature, the elusive flag hidden in the comments is unveiled, proving that sometimes the rules lead to unexpected treasures.

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