In Line
(Published on 14. August 2024, 17:45 by jwsinclair)
In Line, by James Sinclair
Normal sudoku rules apply.
N-Lines: each line must be divided into two or more segments that each contain digits that sum to N, where the value of N is to be determined and is different for each line. Segments along the same line cannot have the same length.
Digits in cells separated by a white dot are consecutive.
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Solution code: row 9
Comments
on 31. August 2024, 22:55 by AsgarArn
Fantastic puzzle,
Have some great deductions, took a bit of time but time well spent.
on 18. August 2024, 13:30 by m_or
Agree with the other posters. When you first look at the puzzle in the right way, you cruise towards a solution. But it may take a reset or two. Very elegant. Great puzzle!
on 17. August 2024, 19:34 by Franjo
So I’m not alone in needing too much time for understanding this beautiful construction - though it’s totally fair! When I got the solution I felt a bit stupid looking back. Thank you so much for sharing this lovely gem.
on 15. August 2024, 13:32 by rameshsrivats
Very elegant. Took me some time to get the big picture, but then it was super smooth. Finished in 17 minutes after that.
on 15. August 2024, 07:20 by cybers
Stared at this for a little, didn't get far at all, took a nap, and the break-in plus a slew of pencil marks came to me in a dream. Solved beautifully after that. Thanks for this!
on 15. August 2024, 02:57 by Jafacake
Great puzzle with a lot of thoughtful steps to it. Deserves a higher rating than it is currently.
on 15. August 2024, 00:09 by sorryimLate
When I found the real break-in it felt obvious, but it had taken me a long time to ask the right question. After that it was smooth sailing, but still a nice challenge. Beautiful puzzle, thanks!
on 14. August 2024, 22:38 by thebenc
Very nice puzzle! Full of neat ideas.
