Posted by beermagnet on 27th October 2012
Nimrod has put on his fedora, strapped his bullwhip to his belt, stuffed a revolver in his shirt and gone on an archeological adventure in Chambers. And we had to follow in his footsteps to discover some of the more arcane answers in this puzzle.
Who knew “En arriere” was part of the English language, or that J is an acceptable abbreviation for Joint. I expect it depends upon the company you keep.
I see from the clock it took me 2 hours – wait a minute – the clock has stopped. In fact it took a good while longer. During which my copy of Chambers saw more action than it had for a very long time.
Sticking my neck out I declare there is no Nina or theme – just a tough puzzle as we expect from Mr N on prize day. This grid design is packed with so many clues that it felt like a giant puzzle.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Independent | 17 Comments »
Posted by mc_rapper67 on 27th October 2012
This puzzle certainly wasn’t a sprint…and I had to stop for a few ‘comfort breaks’ along the way…but it turned out to be a very enjoyable EV, with a quirky/off-the-wall denouement.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Enigmatic Variations | No Comments »
Posted by PeeDee on 27th October 2012
Varied and very enjoyable with many great clues but sadly also a few of duds. Thank you Araucaria.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Guardian | 22 Comments »
Posted by Jed on 26th October 2012
Cracking topical theme using lots of clever devices
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in FT | 7 Comments »
Posted by Andrew on 26th October 2012
A day for childhood reminiscences…
(see end of post for spoiler – for some reason I couldn’t stop it appearing in the preview when I put it here…)
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Guardian | 28 Comments »
Posted by duncanshiell on 26th October 2012
This was an entertaining puzzle from Phi with many clues leading to wordplay constructed from several parts.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Independent | 8 Comments »
Posted by John on 25th October 2012
Tees has produced a very good crossword today. Not always particularly easy, but utterly sound so far as I can see, sometimes very clever, and with few points that will elicit controversy. At least that’s what it seems to me.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Independent | 11 Comments »
Posted by Ringo on 25th October 2012
It’s a rather rushed Ringo this morning, so I’m afraid it’s a stripped-down, no-frills blog of this very nice puzzle from the Don. Apologies in advance for any typos.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in FT | 1 Comment »
Posted by manehi on 25th October 2012
Just wasn’t on the right wavelength today and found this very tough, even after the long 24etc solution went in. Favourite clue was 17ac.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Guardian | 33 Comments »
Posted by Sil van den Hoek on 25th October 2012
Monday Prize Crossword/Oct 15
A pleasant enough Dante puzzle with some very nice touches (9ac, 16ac and 25ac, to name three), but …..
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in FT | 4 Comments »
Posted by Pete Maclean on 25th October 2012
Prize puzzle from the Weekend FT of October 13, 2012
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in FT | 3 Comments »
Posted by PeeDee on 24th October 2012
Not difficult but very nicely done. Thank you Cinephile.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in FT | 4 Comments »
Posted by Bertandjoyce on 24th October 2012
As Duncan said a few weeks ago, Dac really does write clues that make good sense.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Independent | 11 Comments »
Posted by PeterO on 24th October 2012
This one gave me something to think over, and to amuse me in the process. Thanks Gordius.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Guardian | 24 Comments »
Posted by kenmac on 24th October 2012
Preamble: Lost in the grid while celebrating a centenary, two familiar Inquisitor setters’ 4 words of introduction to their rescuer (x, unclued, using two answer slots) may be discovered in two grid sequences (15 letters in total). The surname of a second relevant character (y, one answer slot) is also unclued. Their creator (z)’s full name is also featured, utilising the letters in the shaded squares. Clues are listed in alphabetical order of their solutions, which should be arranged wherever they will fit. Extra single letters yielded by the wordplay in all clues give, in order, an instruction aiding solvers to arrive at the final solution. Between them Chambers and the ODE justify all entries apart from the name of a Belgian comic artist.
Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Inquisitor | 12 Comments »