Im Obstgarten (Sudoku)
(Published on 7. March 2024, 20:17 by glum_hippo)
In the Orchard
Normal Sudoku rules apply. Each row, column, and 3x3 box must contain the digits 1-9 once each.
Numbers in circles are simultaneously skyscraper sums, full rank clues, and arrow bulbs.
• SKYSCRAPER SUMS: imagine each cell as a building of height N, where N is the digit in the cell. A clue outside the grid gives the sum of heights of buildings that can be seen in that row or column, whereby larger buildings obscure the view of smaller ones. Example: the row 415798362 has a skyscraper sum of 4+5+7+9=25 from the left and 2+6+8+9=25 from the right.
• FULL RANK: imagine each row and column, read in either direction, as a 9-digit number. If all 36 such numbers were listed in ascending order, then the clue indicates the rank which the corresponding row/column would take in that list. Example full rank layout
• ARROW BULBS give the sum of the digits along the attached arrow. Digits may repeat on arrows if permitted by other sudoku rules. Arrow shafts in R4C6 cross each other; they do not bend.
Penpa version
SudokuPad version
NOTE: to trigger answer check, leave cells outside the main 9x9 grid blank!
Solution code: Row 8, left to right, then column 2 from top to bottom (18 digits).
Comments
on 19. November 2024, 14:09 by Statistica
Tolle Konstruktion. Habe ewig was übersehen...
on 21. April 2024, 17:03 by QuiltyAsCharged
Unbelievably good puzzle! This orchard is ripe with cleverness. Thanks
on 11. March 2024, 23:17 by peacherwu2
What a lovely game!!! So proud being part of it!
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Glad you had fun, I really appreciate the comment.
on 11. March 2024, 20:05 by Nordy
Soooo many interactions, soooo beautiful!
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Thanks so much for solving, Nordy and friends :)
on 9. March 2024, 14:21 by Bankey
Masterpiece ! Thanks, @ glum_hippo :).
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Thanks, Bankey. Glad you liked it
on 9. March 2024, 06:29 by Phistomefel
Fetziges Rätsel! Danke dir, Philipp! (:
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Schönen Dank fürs lösen, lieber Phistomefel! Das Wort 'fetzig' gefällt mir gut.
on 8. March 2024, 13:59 by Vebby
Brilliant puzzle! Loved the fresh logic involved.
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Thanks as ever for your interest and your support, Vebby!
on 8. March 2024, 13:47 by dumediat
I found it stunning how many times each of the clues were relevant during the solve, it almost felt miraculous. Thank you so much for this gem!
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Thanks for the detailed feedback and for the conversation that eventually led to this puzzle. I appreciate you!
on 8. March 2024, 00:13 by marcmees
so nice. thanks.
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In your terse commenting style, the word 'so' is very expressive! Thanks for solving.
on 7. March 2024, 22:12 by bansalsaab
Amazing puzzle. Thanks for this.
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I’m glad that you enjoyed it!
