Whispering Stalactite Loop
(Published on 10. May 2024, 21:55 by yttrio)
This is the second puzzle in a loop series using arrows and cave-like clues. A link to the previous puzzle in the series is given below.
Entropic Stalactite Loop
Rules:
Normal Sudoku rules apply.
Digits along an arrow must sum to the digit in that arrow's bulb. If multiple arrows connect to the same bulb, each sum is calculated separately.
Draw a one-cell-wide loop of orthogonally connected cells. The loop may not touch itself, not even diagonally.
-- All arrow bulbs must be on the loop.
-- The digit in an arrow bulb gives the number of loop cells that bulb sees in all horizontal/vertical directions combined, including itself. Non-loop cells block the vision.
-- The loop acts as a German Whispers line (i.e., adjacent digits on the loop must have a difference of at least 5).
Solution code: All digits in row 9 (left to right) followed by digits on the loop in column 5 (top to bottom)
Comments
on 12. July 2024, 08:48 by Ppaatt
It is amazing to find a unique solution. Even in hindsight there don't appear to be enough clues!
on 7. July 2024, 08:08 by Nordy
Especially enjoyed this one—surprising and fun solution path!
on 27. May 2024, 18:26 by ChinStrap
Yet another great loop puzzle from yttrio.
on 14. May 2024, 10:30 by madhupt
Very cool puzzle! Very smooth logic! Thanks for sharing.
on 14. May 2024, 01:55 by sacklunch
Stunningly cool puzzle! It's amazing what can result from such a minimal layout. Loved it!
on 13. May 2024, 10:40 by Christounet
Another magical loop ! Thanks :)
on 12. May 2024, 12:12 by Franjo
Perfect execution with a nice break-in and a smooth solving path using so few arrows! Thank you so much for sharing another masterpiece of yours.
on 11. May 2024, 13:25 by Fizz
Very nice and fun puzzle, thanks!
on 11. May 2024, 07:08 by hoopsie
Super clean, great construction and very approachable for a loop puzzle
on 10. May 2024, 23:10 by hardline35
nice puzzle, thank you!
