This is the second puzzle I have ever published which utilizes fully standard constraints; however, I didn't want this one to be easy! After going in circles trying equivalences in egubachu's fantastic puzzle "The devil's modular links" before finally seeing the big picture, I decided to exploit some fascinating geometry that I uncovered in the process! I hope you find it as intriguing as I did!
If you need a hint about how to start this puzzle, I'd say: (highlight below)
Look at the first word of the puzzle title and start trying things. Trust the process!
And, if you've passed the break-in but are still going slowly,
Try to utilize the SET to the fullest of its ability - keep the entire SET highlighted to better keep track of what can and can't be in it!
Rules:
Sudoku: Normal sudoku rules apply.
Killer: Digits may not repeat in a cage and must sum to the number in the top left corner of the cage, if given.
Arrow: Digits along an arrow must sum to the digit in the bulb.
All coloring in the grid is purely cosmetic (though it might be useful!).
Happy solving! Please leave a comment if you enjoyed this one, and check out some of my other puzzles!
Solution code: The cells in row 4 of box 5, from left to right.
on 20. September 2024, 17:17 by SamuPiano
Tippfehler im deutschen Lösungscode behoben
on 20. September 2024, 17:10 by SKORP17
ziemlich unglückliche Übersetzung (Box5 -> Feld5)
Vielen Dank für die Info, SKORP17! Ich spreche kein Deutsch und bin daher für jede Übersetzungshilfe sehr dankbar. -SP
on 20. September 2024, 16:04 by egubachu
Thank you for setting this gem, and for having me as a tester. The logic in this puzzle is hard, but oh so rewarding! Very nice!
Difficulty: | |
Rating: | 95 % |
Solved: | 16 times |
Observed: | 0 times |
ID: | 000JWZ |