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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.… 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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