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Complicated Conundrum #1 Mystery Cache

Hidden : 1/13/2014
Difficulty:
4 out of 5
Terrain:
3 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

A fairly challenging mathematical puzzle I placed a number of weeks back but only recently got round to making a puzzle to accompany it. The cache itself is a small-ish plastic container hidden completely from sight.

The distance between the map site and real co-ordinates is a trail that provides a walk through an ancient woodland. For the best experience, visit during April-May time when the tens of thousands of bluebells come out.


In order to complete this puzzle you'll need to take a look at the below image and try to somehow work out the values of A, B and C in order to get the right co-ordinates for the cache:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Each shape represents a different set number from 0-9. If there is 1 shape in the square it's a 1 digit number. 2 shapes in the square it's a 2 digit number, and so on. You want to work out what ABC is equal to (so therefore it is a three digit number).

These two clues should help you get the right answer:

- The first in the sequence is the single crescent moon (in the top left corner) which equals 1.

- A spiral numerical sequence.

If you manage to succeed with the puzzle you can then find out the coordinates of the cache:

N 51 11.(B-2)A(C-1) E 001 13.(B-1)(B-2)(A-2)

Note: This geocache becomes almost inaccessible in the Summer-Autumn months as the spot seems to be a favourite for 8-feet tall stinging nettles, etc. Therefore, it may be easier to attempt this one during Winter/Spring. The GZ site is intentionally difficult to get to and you may find you have to walk right around the perimeter. Currently though, it has been cut back and should be easy to get to.

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Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Tebhaq yriry. Qrrc jvguva!

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)