RAT RUN 11: Limited Addition
(Published on 23. October 2024, 01:11 by marty_sears)
- Normal sudoku rules apply: place the digits 1-9 once each in every row, column, and 3x3 box (marked with dotted lines.)
- AIM OF EXPERIMENT: Finkz the rat must reach the cupcake by finding a path through the maze. The path must not visit any cell more than once, cross itself, or pass through any thick maze walls.
- As well as moving orthogonally, Finkz may move diagonally if there's a 2x2 space in which to do so, but may never pass diagonally through a round wall-spot on the corner of a cell.
- TELEPORTS: Entering a teleport will cause Finkz to be instantly transported to the matching coloured teleport. From there she can continue her journey. Matching teleports always have identical digits, but teleports that don't match always have different digits.
- REDCURRANTS: A redcurrant always sits between an even digit and an odd digit.
- TEST CONSTRAINT: In this experiment, any cell on the path equals the digit at the top of its column plus the digit at the left-hand end of its row.
Solution code: Digits NOT on the path in column 6, reading downwards
Comments
on 25. October 2024, 20:16 by Nairurian
Lovely return of Finkz! While Finkz might not have gone rusty during her two month break, I apparently have since it took me ages to get the hang of how to figure out the path.
on 25. October 2024, 03:34 by Blug
So glad Finkz is back! I love that little rat! These puzzles are always my favourite by far! Looking forward to next week!
on 25. October 2024, 00:29 by Sez
I think I took the long way around breaking into this, so I was very slow (although I haven't attempted any of the previous puzzles in this series so perhaps that was my mistake!). Once I'd cracked it, it was an absolute joy. I chuckled to myself many times. Thankyou for yet another fantastic puzzle.
on 24. October 2024, 20:34 by AsgarArn
Great start of the new Phase!
Enjoyed it very much, looking forward for the next one.
Nice novelty with the Sum constraint!
on 24. October 2024, 20:18 by Nairurian
Lovely return of Finkz! While Finkz might not have gone rusty during her two month break, I apparently have since it took me ages to get the hang of how to figure out the path.
on 24. October 2024, 19:29 by virus_dave
Wow, this was really fun! So glad you're back at it with this series.
Took me a few minutes to figure out the start, but after that it was steady progress, and i only figured out the meaning of the title halfway through LOL
on 24. October 2024, 18:57 by Kriodeco
so glad this is back. i initially missed the currant in 7 but then it clicked.
on 24. October 2024, 13:33 by davidemsa
My favourite sudoku series is back with a strong return. Some of the logic is pretty different from past puzzles in the series, proving you can still keep fresh.
on 24. October 2024, 13:21 by Guvenistan
I'm so glad this series is back. I love Chekhov's Transporter B theme and wonder where it will lead us.
on 24. October 2024, 04:09 by MSDOS
Wonderful addition to the series! Nice flow once I got going! Great break in!
on 24. October 2024, 04:09 by apete
Welcome back, Finkz. We've missed you.
on 24. October 2024, 01:22 by fitzie
Why is this so fun? I think it's because the stakes are high for finkz.
on 23. October 2024, 22:22 by Reid
Oh how I've missed Finkz! I can't wait to see what else you'll come up with, Marty. Thanks!
on 23. October 2024, 17:28 by davidz32z
So good! Love it!
on 23. October 2024, 16:49 by wuc
Awesome. These puzzle truly set the bar for creative setting. Looking forward to the upcoming puzzle. Big thanks.
on 23. October 2024, 16:18 by sujoyku
Absolutely fantastic puzzle! Thank you for bringing us more rat run joy, marty_sears! I will be looking forward to more Wednesdays in the upcoming weeks. :)
on 23. October 2024, 15:32 by Christounet
Nice to have you back Finkz !
on 23. October 2024, 14:22 by johncj
I've missed you Finkz! Good to see you again.
on 23. October 2024, 14:14 by jakestilesowen
Could stand to be harder, but still quite enjoyable. I love the rat runs. Thanks Marty!
on 23. October 2024, 13:33 by jinkela114514
Welcome back, Finkz!
on 23. October 2024, 13:19 by Karitsu
Good to see you again Finks!
on 23. October 2024, 13:14 by samuel1997
Welcome back Finkz! We miss you so much!
on 23. October 2024, 12:41 by Franjo
Finkz is back and she hasn’t lost any of her extraordinary skills! (Nor has her creator.) I‘m so happy. Thank you so much for starting the new series, Marty.
on 23. October 2024, 09:56 by kdkirby
A fantastic return for Finkz, and a strong start to Phase 2! Looking forward to what is to come!
on 23. October 2024, 05:38 by sorryimLate
Very cool new rule twist in the series, and some funny MMMs. Thanks!
on 23. October 2024, 04:40 by ViKingPrime
I spent a great deal of time overthinking this one but when it clicks, it just keeps flowing. Great puzzle! already looking forward to the next entry.
on 23. October 2024, 03:19 by Scojo
An excellent return for my favorite sudoku rodent!
on 23. October 2024, 01:45 by ChinStrap
Got the honor of testing this. Great start to the second season of the best sudoku series out there. Not super challenging but really fun and fresh.
