Can you storm the castle by getting across the MOAT? A weekly meta crossword constructed by forum member Ben (aka benchen71). These metas range from relatively easy to more challenging, depending on how many Australianisms he puts in them! Puzzles are posted in a new thread every Tuesday, with nudges appearing on Saturdays, and the solution coming out on Mondays. (At least, that's the plan. Given he lives in Australia, and they are so far ahead of the US time-zone-wise, things may get posted early!)
Can you storm the castle by getting across the MOAT? Don't let the scary physics equations put you off! OK, so a little knowledge of physics might come in handy. Hopefully, you'll be able to work through the required prerequisites, put together the experimental data in the right way, and make an important discovery that just might net you a Nobel Prize down the track. In this case, what you are looking for is a phrase suggested by the four long answers.
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.
Last edited by benchen71 on Sun May 07, 2023 7:18 pm, edited 2 times in total.
Check out "The MOAT MEOW Mashup Pack" here. US$10 for 14 metas that don't always abide by the "rules" of the game: asymmetry, 2-letter words, uncrossed letters, who knows. And this time there's a mega-meta!
MikeyG wrote: ↑Tue May 02, 2023 12:36 pm
I think physics is one of the toughest subjects at a secondary level. I have all the pieces (maybe?), but I still need to have the a-ha moment!
Can "Calculus 101" be next?
hoover wrote: ↑Tue May 02, 2023 2:21 pm
Crossed the moat! Not enough math(s) in your physics.
Your wish is my command...
In other news, my stats on Crosshare show me that I've had over 15,000 solvers. Not all of those got the meta, so it's a helpful reminder that the grid and clues have to be worthwhile in themselves.
Check out "The MOAT MEOW Mashup Pack" here. US$10 for 14 metas that don't always abide by the "rules" of the game: asymmetry, 2-letter words, uncrossed letters, who knows. And this time there's a mega-meta!
Almost at the end of the first 24 hours, and here's the first batch of solvers:
SporcleMirror
Madhatter5
Hector
rjy
edestlin
Meg
boharr
Darth
Qmark
Tyrpmom
MatthewL
Deb W
hoover
Rayyan Choudhury
Laura M
Sharkicicles
Jim23809
Bbaack
Jaclyn
Darrell
Ergcat
markhr
I K Snamhcok
woozy
SeamusOL
We start with 25! Nudges might need to come slightly early on Thursday May 4th.
Check out "The MOAT MEOW Mashup Pack" here. US$10 for 14 metas that don't always abide by the "rules" of the game: asymmetry, 2-letter words, uncrossed letters, who knows. And this time there's a mega-meta!
Superb puzzle, chuckled to myself. Crossed the MOAT and can’t wait for the light to come on for MikeyG
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!
We're up to 30! That's quite low for what I thought should be a "week 1". So...
Check out "The MOAT MEOW Mashup Pack" here. US$10 for 14 metas that don't always abide by the "rules" of the game: asymmetry, 2-letter words, uncrossed letters, who knows. And this time there's a mega-meta!
1. It's May 4th, so here are the nudges as promised.
2. The four long entries have some things in common.
3. While physics is definitely involved, 46 down might provide a nudge in a certain direction.
4. The first and last words of the phrase have been strategically placed in the grid.
Check out "The MOAT MEOW Mashup Pack" here. US$10 for 14 metas that don't always abide by the "rules" of the game: asymmetry, 2-letter words, uncrossed letters, who knows. And this time there's a mega-meta!
