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EV 1469 (Hints)

Enigmatic Variations 1469

It’s a Funny Old Game by Gaston

Hints and tips by The Numpties

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EV 1456, Cover Story, that had us recreating the Abbey Road zebra crossing with the four Beatles was by Gaston so he needs no introduction.

Preamble: The unclued left hand column is in charge of the game.Continue reading

Toughie 1469

Toughie No 1469 by Warbler

Hints and tips by Toro

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BD Rating - Difficulty ** - Enjoyment *

There's often a particular quality to Warbler's puzzles -- a kind of affability and desire to entertain that comes shining through. But this one had a strangely perfunctory feel about it. I found most of the clues dull, technically questionable, or both, and am genuinely sorry to give it my first ever one-star review.

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