Hermit Crab
(Published on 14. September 2023, 20:36 by heliopolix )
Rules:
- Normal Sudoku rules apply.
- Diagonal: Digits may not repeat on the indicated diagonal.
- Entropic Lines: Each group of three consecutive cells along a tan line must contain a low digit [123], a middle digit [456], and a high digit [789]. Digits may repeat on an entropic line if allowed by other rules.
Comments are always welcome. I'd love to hear your thoughts about the puzzle. Have fun!
Solution code: Row 6
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Comments
on 22. September 2023, 20:46 by 99%Sneaky
Superb puzzle, a wonderful showcase of the entropic lines constraint.
Last changed on 16. September 2023, 16:36
on 16. September 2023, 15:22 by Sinuit
Loved that. Thanks!
The break-in and first steps were 3 stars difficulty for me, from there on more on the 2 star side.
on 15. September 2023, 20:52 by julien505
Very nice! Loved how the flow wasn't interrupted, and could always see some logic without thinking many steps ahead.
on 15. September 2023, 15:50 by HumanBirdsong
Very enjoyable puzzle, thank you!
on 15. September 2023, 12:33 by Snookerfan
Very nice! Thank you
