November 21, 2015 at 5:42 am

Guardian Prize 26729 by Paul

November 21, 2015 at 5:42 am by PeeDee

I always find Paul puzzles a pleasure to solve and blog. Thanks Paul

Independent 9075 Nestor (Sat 14-Nov 2015)

November 21, 2015 at 11:13 amNovember 21, 2015 at 12:01 am by beermagnet

I was thankful when I saw a Nestor arrive for my turn blogging. Always a pleasure and there were some very nice surface readings in these clues I had 13 in after the “first … Read more >>

Enigmatic Variations No.1199 – Belief by Stick Insect

November 22, 2015 at 10:28 amNovember 21, 2015 at 12:00 am by Mister Sting

I do believe I’ve done it again! I’m sorry this is late. I had ‘EVs’ written on my hand all day Friday to remind me to finish this off.

The preamble informs us of two characters – A and B – each with a belief. Seven answers are modified in line with A’s belief, but B seems to have the upper hand, as A’s name is ultimately replaced by B’s. Extra letters spelling out B’s belief should help us on our way.