MEOW #175 Before & After
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MEOW #175 Before & After
Ahoy, Muggles!
It's great to be back on MEOW - the forum where nearly anything goes, and we all have @DrTom to thank for continuing the tradition. While he is taking a break this week, let me continue to push the MEOW envelope by bringing you "Before & After". As you will see, today's puzzle features a rather unusual 15x18 grid with a section at the bottom for the meta answer. I realize that this is rather unorthodox, but I promise it will all make sense in the end. So while you're solving, try to avoid revealing and/or checking squares in the answer section if you don't want to spoil the meta. Several kind folks tested many versions of this puzzle several months ago. To avoid omitting anyone, let me again thank you all here along with @Joe Ross for your help!
The meta answer is someone who's adept at turning a phrase.
Before & After
Crosshare (*see note below)
PUZ
Difficulty - I'm thinking Calico/Persian or around a 2.5.
Nudges are here.
Solution is here.
Good luck!
Cap'n Rick
*Note: If using Crosshare you will notice a cool effect when the grid is completed. You will still need to submit the meta answer to make and read comments.
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The cat is on the loose and looking for something referenced in the grid. Thanks for the puzzle, Rick!
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Cat's out of the bag - thanks, @Cap'n Rick
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Cat is out of the bag!
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I had the distinct pleasure of test driving this puzzle and it is all the Cap'n promises and more. I want to thank him and some of my other fellow constructors who are filling in while I am off galavanting. My only caution is that my replacements will be so good that you won't want me back! So thanks everyone for the assist and I'll be back posting puzzle in May.
NUDGES!I am always willing to give nudges where needed; metas should be about fun, not frustration. Send me what you have done so far because often you are closer than you think!
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The cat is out of the bag and contentedly purring phrases.
Wonderful idea for a puzzle.
Wonderful idea for a puzzle.
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It was a fun one. Cat is out of the bagpipes.
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Not a meta, but, yeesh!, that was tough to create.
My Entry to the May 2024 CrossHare Midi Contest
Not a meta, but, yeesh!, that was tough to create.
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Cat's out... with a definite "after" look!
Enjoyed this one, Cap'n, even the 2nd time around.
Enjoyed this one, Cap'n, even the 2nd time around.