Category: X-Type (EV)
EV1558
EV 1558 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1558 (Hints)
Name That Tune by X-Type
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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This is X-Type’s sixth EV crossword. His generous cluing style and use of familiar language will give a speedy solve to old hands and be a pleasure to solve for newcomers to the advanced thematic cryptics.… Continue reading
EV 1546
EV 1546 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1546 (Hints)
Elementary I: Staying Alive by X-Type
Hints and tips by Phibs
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After almost two years and ninety-five puzzles the Numpties are taking a well-deserved break this month. I am delighted to have been offered the role of locum tenens, and I’m looking forward to being your guide as we navigate a path through the next five puzzles. The prefix to the title of today’s offering suggests that it could be the start of a linked series – time alone will tell (‘cos I won’t!).
EV 1503
EV 1503 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1503 (Hints)
The Proverbial Way by X-Type
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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This is X-Type’s fourth EV crossword. His generous cluing style, large number of anagrams and use of familiar language will give a speedy solve to old hands and be a pleasure to solve for newcomers to the advanced thematic cryptics.… Continue reading
EV 1452
EV 1452 (Hints)
Enigmatic Variations 1452 (Hints)
Bridges by X-Type
Hints and tips by The Numpties
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This is the second of the series of gentle puzzles with hints and tips to help newer solvers.
Previous crosswords in the series by X-Type have been noted for his classic style of cluing. With a different pseudonym, he is a Listener and EV setter of long standing (over thirty years!) who can be relied on to produce relatively gentle puzzles. Continue reading “EV 1452 (Hints)”