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Day: 26th February 2023

Mephisto 3260 – We welcome new Mephisto setter John Grimshaw

Author   vinyl1Posted on 26th February 2023 at 12:56 AM10 September 2025Categories Mephisto

When tackling a puzzle like Mephisto with a new setter, one never knows quite what to expect.   As solvers, we have gotten used to the styles of the rota of solvers, and we know what tricks they are likely to use. 

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Sunday Times Cryptic No 5047 by Robert Price — curious incidents

Author   Guy du SablePosted on 26th February 2023 at 12:00 AM10 September 2025Categories Weekend Cryptic

This was all solved at a steady and unhurried pace. No mysteries remaining, but I wouldn’t exactly call the ratiocination required “elementary,” my dear reader.

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