Entrothermia 6
(Published today, 18:35 by fractalminding)
Normal sudoku rules apply. Each 2x2 box in a grid has contain low digit {1,2,3}, middle digit {4,5,6} and high digit {7,8,9}. Digits along each thermometer must strictly increase from the bulb end. The sum of all digits inside each thermometer must equal 24.
Creating this visual layout required immense work to ensure a completely logical path. If you feel there are no beautiful logical steps left, please do not use bifurcation or rate the puzzle low.I am ready to help everyone personally. Write a comment or message me with a screenshot (e-mail in my profile), and I will explain the next step.If you find all the logical chains and enjoy the puzzle, a short comment from you would make my day. Thank you!
Solution code: first 3 digits of row 9
Comments
today, 21:34 by galium_odoratum
This was a tough nut to crack, definitely deserved 4*. You are right, it is possible with logic only, but sometimes the path is quite tricky to spot. I really liked the early game, the thermos worked so nicely together. I would a love a 2* in the future using this early game with an easier endgame. Overall, still a very fun puzzle to solve, thank you for setting!
Reply:
I think you're right. It makes sense to make sudokus with a smoother solving. But within the framework of the concept of absolute minimalism, this is not so simple. Thanks for the feedback!
today, 20:54 by stranac
Very interesting how the global entropy helps fully resolve the thermos. I'll probably take a look at the earlier puzzles in the series as well :)
Reply:
It's very nice to hear that. I hope the other sudokus in this series will also interest you.
