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SH06 Patient star Mystery Cache

This cache has been archived.

Makuta Teridax: Hi

The cache listing is now archived due to lack of response from the owner. If the owner later wants it reopened, that is possible if the cache listing still satisfies the requirement/guidlines.

Kind regards
Makuta Teridax
Groundspeak Volunteer Reviewer

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Hidden : 12/2/2005
Difficulty:
3.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   regular (regular)

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Geocache Description:

A true puzzle cache that will test the patience of many an experienced geocacher.

"Advent" is a time of waiting, and managing expectations. While adults suffer all sorts of stress, for kids this period more often will try their patience. This puzzle will test the patience for geocachers of all ages. Enjoy! - And remember, this is supposed to be fun.

A 2 stage puzzle cache. Coordinates points to a cache that is easy to find. Some stealth may be required. This building has 3 windows at ground level close to the corner. Cache 1 is fastend with velcro in a cavity over the center of the window closest to the corner. Inside the box, there are 6 pieces of wood. These will have to be assembled into the form of a star. ( See picture )

Putting the star together will probably take a bit of time, so please observe these rules.

  • You can bring the star into your car, only if you can keep an eye on the cache hide. ( Let others know that the cache is busy. )
  • Otherwise, bring the pieces with you to the Esso station next door, where you can sit down over a warm cup of coffe and work out the puzzle.
If cache 1 is missing, check the above two places to see if anyone is working on it.

When the star is properly assembled a 4 digit number will appear. Use this number to calculate the positions for stage 2.

The velcro has loosened from cache 1. If unsure about how the emergency repairs work, consult the picture for how you can safely mount it.

Formula:

  • let a be the four digit number shown on the star.
  • let b be a with the digits in reversed order ( e.g. 1234 => 4321)
  • let x be 17 * a + 618
  • let y be 19 * b - 303

Cache is hidden at N59 5x.xxx E10 4y.yyy where xxxx / yyyy are the last 4 digits of x and y

The container is a regular flat Curver. I suspect the site can be rather busy at times, so it may require stealth Enjoy!

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

1) Nyyvta gur qbgf 2) Pbeare 2) Gbc bs cvyyne 2) Tnc jvgu vafhyngvba

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)