Arguing About Puzzles

Thomas presents his philosophy about stories in puzzlehunts.

Also: a linear stack of puzzles, throwing out half the tools in your toolbox, and light in the darkness.

The video essay Thomas references at 7:47 is Story Beats: Bastion by Ian Danskin.

This episode’s featured puzzle was Semaphores, by Edric Haleen. You can see the puzzle here: https://www.happinessboard.com/2024ptruzzlehunt/Day_4_Puzzles_files/Semaphores.pdf

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1C_lmjpklx5DMMa-FRPihacL8X9W-8QziZouEcfRpB5o

Intro music created by Eitan Frank. Originally recorded August 4th, 2024.

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Zach presents his argument about flavortext in puzzles.

Also: semaphore extractions, vibes-based identification, and multiple avenues for cheating at cricket.

This episode’s featured puzzle was Intersections, by Brian Chen. You can see the puzzle here: https://2020.galacticpuzzlehunt.com/puzzle/intersections.html

Transcript: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-5TptVQbgviefQDN-A6bs7fnd8vazGx0RwOUHwxbNsk

Intro music created by Eitan Frank. Song from the puzzle Intersections created by Brian Chen. Originally recorded August 4th, 2024.

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit arguingaboutpuzzles.substack.com