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benchen71's Metas on a Tuesday (MOAT)

Can you storm the castle by getting across the MOAT? Successful solvers should be able to work out what the seed entry was for this puzzle. Actually, you might be able to work that out even if you don't solve the meta, the answer to which is something you might see on a laden table at this time of year (in the US).

The easiest way to submit is on Crosshare (and you get instant feedback and unlimited attempts!) But you can also PM me with your submission. Either way, I'll compile a list of those who successfully solve the meta.

Sounds Like A Simpsons Holiday Special - Crosshare
Sounds Like A Simpsons Holiday Special - PUZ
Sounds Like A Simpsons Holiday Special - PDF
Sounds Like A Simpsons Holiday Special - spreadsheet

Nudges are here.
The solution is here.

Minor clue edit (not meta-related): 8D should be

"The Planets" composer, ___ Holst

ALL LINKED FILES HAVE BEEN CORRECTED.

Thanks, Ben. Most of us are headed for a food coma, a parade, a dog show and some American football (not in that order). You should make a trip to the U.S, sometime to experience it. On behalf of all Muggles in America, c'mon to my house!

I have crossed the moat and taken a trip down memory lane... thanks, Ben!

DOH
Thanks.

Moat crossed, castle stormed, feast consumed. Thanks for the puzzle, Ben!

De-moated. Fun one - THANKS so much for this and all the other metas you create for us, Ben!

Crossed the MOAT, but not entirely sure how. I think I missed some pieces. Backsolving, commence!

DeMOATed... Well, I guess it's Homer for the holidays! Thanks, Ben.

Well, that was original. Happens to be what I'll be bringing to the table.

Moat crossed! Happy Thanksgiving to all and especially Ben!

Crossed the MOAT! Now to enjoy [redacted].

Oh, dear. How big a disadvantage do I have if I've never seen a Simpsons episode and know nothing about it other than the names that show up in crossword puzzles?

BarbaraK wrote: ↑Tue Nov 21, 2023 12:56 pm Oh, dear. How big a disadvantage do I have if I've never seen a Simpsons episode and know nothing about it other than the names that show up in crossword puzzles?

About the same as for this past week's WSJCC, IMHO. Tho I knew that one, whereas I've seen maybe one complete Simpson's episode. Interwebbing came to my rescue here.

Fun and timely, thanks.

One piece might require backsolving for those not steeped in the show (but should be easy I would think).

KayW wrote: ↑Tue Nov 21, 2023 1:11 pm

BarbaraK wrote: ↑Tue Nov 21, 2023 12:56 pm Oh, dear. How big a disadvantage do I have if I've never seen a Simpsons episode and know nothing about it other than the names that show up in crossword puzzles?

About the same as for this past week's WSJCC, IMHO. Tho I knew that one, whereas I've seen maybe one complete Simpson's episode. Interwebbing came to my rescue here.

Thanks for the encouragement. Google did indeed show me the way across the MOAT. Now I'm hungry:)

Crossed! Stormed!

And preparing to feast.

Thanks, Ben!

Meg wrote: ↑Tue Nov 21, 2023 9:38 am Thanks, Ben. Most of us are headed for a food coma, a parade, a dog show and some American football (not in that order). You should make a trip to the U.S, sometime to experience it. On behalf of all Muggles in America, c'mon to my house!

If I'm ever back in the US, I will definitely take up your offer!

Moat no match for this genius!

Moat crossed. Castle stormed. Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate. Thanks, Ben!