Riddle game - Something for you scientists

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a riddle game that challenges participants to solve various puzzles by interpreting clues from images, text, and source code. The game appears to require a mix of logical reasoning, knowledge of coding, and internet research skills. Participants share their experiences and strategies as they progress through different levels of the game.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express frustration with the need for technical knowledge, such as HTML, to solve the riddles.
  • Clues such as "bag zip" and references to file extensions are discussed, with varying interpretations of their significance.
  • There are multiple strategies proposed for solving riddles, including analyzing text for hidden meanings and using external resources like Google.
  • Participants share specific findings from the game, such as the discovery of file types and the interpretation of clues related to rivers and other themes.
  • Some participants report difficulty in deciphering text or symbols due to visual challenges, while others share successful solutions and insights.
  • There are mentions of specific answers to riddles, but no consensus on the best approach to solving them is reached.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share their individual experiences and strategies, but there is no consensus on the solutions to the riddles. Multiple competing views and interpretations of clues exist throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some participants note that the clues may depend on specific knowledge or skills, such as familiarity with coding or the ability to interpret visual elements, which could limit accessibility for some players.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in puzzle-solving, coding, and collaborative problem-solving may find the discussion engaging. It may also appeal to those who enjoy riddles that require a mix of logical reasoning and technical skills.

  • #721
This next one shouldn't take too long
 
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  • #722
ok denis woods. I am there!
 
  • #723
i tried changing it to a jpg but it didnt work.
 
  • #724
you got anything Greg?
 
  • #725
Any hints for 32 yet?
 
  • #726
I could have sworn we were in Denis Woods before... was that dennis marsh?
 
  • #727
I thought that picture was a smaller portion of the Denis Marsh, but now I'm not so sure.
 
  • #728
sweet got the first part, now I need to find out the second part
 
  • #729
Castle, the seven groups of 3 splells something out. 2 words with a total of 7 letters - ****_***. <--Like this
 
  • #730
Greg help me out here lol
 
  • #731
Awesome! So simple too lol. i knew it had to do with the pic though.

ok what do you think about this part??
 
  • #732
maybe something psychological... hmmm...
 
  • #733
i tried fear and hate but nothin.
 
  • #734
I tried thanatos but no...
 
  • #735
well before it said, anger is where we are, depression is where we need to be, and "x" is how we get there?
 
  • #736
If you're angry, what will get you depressed?
 
  • #737
dealing with death being everything, tried suicide, no...
 
  • #738
i tried hatred and such but nothing, i tried death, life and still no...
 
  • #739
lol, I cannot believe I got that, sweet, on to 36, I'll help you out when I get home, I'll be gone for like 15 minutes.
 
  • #740
is it supposes to be htm or jpg, I am trying both
 
  • #741
WAIT lol what is it
 
  • #742
lol ok 36 now!
 
  • #743
lol I am not too good at this without my Good Ol' teammate Greg! lol
 
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  • #744
alright well I am leavin work in about 3 mins, ill be home in about 20 mins. Ill be on then.
 
  • #745
Ok...I'm on 35 Now...this is weird...lol Hints?
 
  • #746
Chris J. said:
Ok...I'm on 35 Now...this is weird...lol Hints?

Ahh...wrong riddle. Take note of the name of the image..."zoomin.jpg".
 
  • #747
Ohh...stupid me...But I still don't get it. I got that last riddle easy...And the Religion one too...Ugh..Damn flu...
 
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  • #748
Okay, I'm pretty much stuck on the color part on 36
 
  • #749
Gregulator said:
Okay, I'm pretty much stuck on the color part on 36

Well, try as hard as you can...for this is the last one until you're in the hall of fame.
 
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  • #750
lol, any hints perhaps?
 

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