Caged Clones
(Published on 21. September 2025, 13:43 by RockyRoer)
I love a good coloring puzzle - so I thought I'd try making one.
The Rules:
- [Sudoku] Normal sudoku rules apply -- fill every row, column and 3x3 box with the digits 1-9 once each.
- [Clones] Each cage must appear cloned somewhere in box nine, without rotations or reflections. All cages marked with x must have the same total, to be deduced by the solver.
- [Ambiguous Kropki] Cells separated by a gray dot must either be consecutive, or have a 2:1 ratio.
The Puzzle:
Solution code: Box 9 in reading order
Comments
on 11. November 2025, 22:23 by FibonacciCascade
I love puzzles where I can completely solve the coloring before I can even place one digit!
on 24. September 2025, 11:24 by damo_89
Seemed impenetrable at first and then once I got a foothold just smooth as silk
on 24. September 2025, 00:21 by Oddlyeven
I also love a good colouring puzzle! Mission successful!
on 23. September 2025, 08:14 by apendleton
Such a clever idea for a puzzle!
on 22. September 2025, 12:43 by ICHTUES
Very cool idea.
on 22. September 2025, 01:00 by zeniko
Coloring didn‘t really work for me, so I went with letters instead. That resulted in a very enjoyable puzzle. Thanks for sharing.
on 21. September 2025, 22:22 by marcmees
Definitely more than just a try ... excellent coloring. Thanks
on 21. September 2025, 22:18 by Exigus
So cool. I made a faulty assumption early on and had to restart (didn't get far before it broke) but 2nd time it was smooth and really nice. Thanks!
on 21. September 2025, 22:13 by Briks
I liked it very much! Thank you!
