Slightly tricky from Phi today. He’s usually here on Fridays, so there must be something going on . . .
Independent
Independent 10,787/Tees
It always takes me a long time to blog a Tees puzzle, not because it’s exceptionally difficult, but because there are always some interesting words or references in them, so I end up … Read more >>
Independent on Sunday 1628 Poins
Thank you to Poins. Definitions are underlined in the clues. Across 1. Soldier and sailor returning after leave (6,3) DESERT RAT : Reversal of(… returning) TAR(informal term for a sailor) placed after(after) DESERT(to … Read more >>
Independent 10,786 by Rodriguez
The puzzle is available here. Hello everyone. What a treat for me to get to blog a puzzle by one of my favourite setters. I found it nice and chewy, just right … Read more >>
Independent 10,785 / Phi
Phi is occupying his traditional Friday slot this week. I found this to be a harder than average puzzle by Phi standards, and I needed to put it down and come back a … Read more >>
Independent 10784 / Klingsor
I haven’t blogged a Klingsor puzzle for a while, so it’s good to get one today Klingsor often includes classical music references in his puzzles. Today the focus is on … Read more >>
Independent 10,783 by Tees
Wednesday fun from Tees, who always gives us an enjoyable puzzle.
Independent 10,782 by Methuselah
This is only Methuselah’s second offering for the Independent. The first one was published in April and had a ‘Line of Duty’ theme.
Independent 10,781 by Skinny
Monday entertainment from Skinny: mostly straightforward but occasionally needing a bit more thought.
Independent on Sunday 1,627 by Tees
A super puzzle, recommended for those who appreciate puzzles in a traditional style. Thank you Tees.
Independent 10,780 by Phi (Sat 01-May 2021)
When I saw Phi had been given the Saturday slot I thought we would be in for a May Day special.
But I see no theme in here. Just excellent clear clues as usual from Phi.
Independent 10779 / Silvanus
It is unusual to have a setter other than Phi on a Friday, but I have blogged a few Silvanus’ puzzles before and have always enjoyed them. It’s not often … Read more >>
Independent 10,778 by Serpent
Reasonably challenging from Serpent today – about right for a Thursday.
Independent 10,777 by Bluth
It’s always a pleasure to blog a Bluth puzzle. The clues are precise and there always seems to be a smile or two along the way.
Independent 10,776 / Hob
Hob is filling the compiling slot this Tuesday, and, as you might expect, we have a theme to contend with. I found this puzzle to be both challenging and entertaining, as it gradually … Read more >>