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It's all Greek to me! Mystery Cache

Difficulty:
3.5 out of 5
Terrain:
2 out of 5

Size: Size:   other (other)

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Geocache Description:

I'm not a huge fan of puzzles in geocaching. I prefer to spend time outside looking for the container instead of being at my desk solving, even if the method is apparent. It is no wonder then that it has taken me almost two years to getting around to publish one. It'll probably take another two to get around to publishing another.


Naturally, the container is not at the coordinates. The puzzle is a language-like character substitution. The challenge will be to come up with the reference point. The surroundings at the initial location may help with getting a nudge in the right direction. Then it'll only be a matter of deciding what to do with the result. Apologies, no online verification for reasons that may already be apparent. The hide is fairly straightforward with overhead power lines nearby.

Regarding the difficulty rating; when it comes to puzzles, what may be obvious to someone may look like rocket science to me. Similarly, to someone else this puzzle may appear to be a simple one or maybe more difficult. I couldn't guess so I'll start at the middle of the scale and adjust accordingly. Oh, the usual applies: No spoilers please, blah, blah, blah. No hints until it has been solved, more bla-blah...


Please Note: Since there is no online check and distance may be an issue to some, I can verify by message the method used to arrive at a solution but the final coordinates will still have to be verified at location.



Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Gur flzoby beqre jvguva gur tebhc vf veeryrinag. (NO vf fnzr nf ON)

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)