This was fast for me for a Marty at 11 minutes…
Month: October 2023
Times 28732 – all day I dream about
Time taken: 14:31. A little bit longer than my average, and I don’t think there’s anything too obscure, but I had a hard time getting started on this one, I think in a first reading … Read more “Times 28732 – all day I dream about”
Times Quick Cryptic No 2502 by Oink
Lots to like in this witty and clever puzzle from Oink.
Times 28731 – taking sides in 1642.
A classic medium difficulty puzzle today, featuring just about every kind of clue within the setter’s toolbox.
Times Crossword Championship – Change of Timings
There has been a change of arrangements for 21st October.
Quick Cryptic 2501 by Jalna
A pleasant solve without too many difficulties which I managed to complete within my 10 minute target with 15 seconds to spare.
Times Cryptic 28730
An enjoyable puzzle.
Times 28729 – Not your usual teenager
A typical Monday offering with nothing too much to tax the grey cells.
Times Quick Cryptic 2500 by Orpheus
There are some tricky bits and pieces here so I shan’t try to predict how this will go down with the room.
Mephisto 3292 – Innocent? He’s a rebel!
I didn’t find this John Grimshaw production too difficult, although he has certainly found out some interesting words. I was able to get some of the longer ones early on, which made my solve a little easier.