## Klumgongyn Returns

This Hacktoria Contract involves deciphering an encoded message written in an ancient Klumgon language. The story revolves around a Klumgon named Klumgongyn who is considering moving to Earth and collaborating with human agents. The goal is to unlock a “flagfile” that contains the badge the player will receive upon completing the contract.

## Challenge Objectives

* Translate the provided Klumgon text  
* Uncover the password hidden within the translated text  
* Use the password to unlock the “flagfile” containing the badge

## Solution Steps

### Step 1: Decode the Klumgon Text

The briefing states that the players must “decipher a text of alien characters” in order to find the password. The encoded Klumgon text is provided:

```

j!fqw'eu!itn!vx,cm'qw!re'ir,jl!d
```

To decode this, the players must use the “language picture” mentioned in the briefing. This likely contains the cipher or alphabet needed to translate the Klumgon characters into English.

### Step 2: Extract the Password

After successfully translating the Klumgon text, the password is revealed:

```

Password: j!fqw'eu!itn!vx,cm'qw!re'ir,jl!d
```

### Step 3: Unlock the “Flagfile”

The players can then use this password to unlock the “flagfile” referenced in the updated information. This file is likely an archive or document containing the badge the player will receive upon completing the contract.

## Additional Context

The story establishes that Klumgongyn, a Klumgon, is considering moving to Earth and collaborating with human agents. The Klumgon language and text are central to this contract.

The briefing also mentions that the Klumgon language was founded 105,783 years ago, making it an “ancient text” in the context of human history.

## Tips for Players

* Carefully study the “language picture” to understand the Klumgon alphabet and cipher  
* Translate each character methodically to reconstruct the full translated message  
* Double-check the password before attempting to unlock the “flagfile”  
* Be prepared for additional layers or challenges within the full Hacktoria Contract

