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Number Link Sudoku

(Published on 30. April 2026, 20:46 by Kutsumi Hane)

Rules:

Normal Sudoku rules apply: each row, column, and 3×3 box contains the digits 1-9 exactly once. Additionally:
    ·Number Link (Arukone):
    30 circles must be paired and connected by orthogonal paths such that:
    • Adjacent circles cannot form a pair.
    • Paths do not overlap and together cover the grid.
    • No U-turns, i.e., no immediate double left/right turns.
    • Each path is a Between Line: digits are strictly between its endpoints.
    This means, unlike standard Number Link puzzles, the digits in the endpoints of each path are always different.

    Example (6×6):

    ·Kropki:
    • Digits separated by a white dot are consecutive.
    • Digits separated by a black dot are in a 1:2 ratio.
    • Not all dots are necessarily given.


      Here you can solve the puzzle online: Solve on SudokuPad
      The difficulty is probably 4-5 stars. I wish you joyful solving!

      Hint:

      · Considering where 2 and 8 can go may help.
      · Looking along the R6C9–R9C6 diagonal may help with the paths.

      Solution code: Row 8.

      Last changed on on 1. May 2026, 10:20

      Solved by SKORP17, Mattisahuman, blueberrypug, sehringdipity, henrypijames, SPring, Leonard Hal, steeto, OuyangZheng, yangduoxing
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      Comments

      on 1. May 2026, 10:17 by Kutsumi Hane
      Added hints.

      on 30. April 2026, 23:40 by Mattisahuman
      Incredibly fun logic

      Difficulty:5
      Rating:N/A
      Solved:10 times
      Observed:1 times
      ID:000SKL

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