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\"Cross<\/p>\n

PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

or solve online<\/a> (using our beta test of Penpa-Edit tools)<\/p>\n

Author\/Opus:<\/b> This is the 392nd puzzle from our contributing puzzlemaster Grant Fikes.<\/p>\n

Rules:<\/b> Standard Cross the Streams<\/a> rules. Also, the grid is divided into 5\u00d75 sections. It must be possible to pair sections up such that the shading of the section in each pair is identical. Sections may be rotated to be paired up, but not reflected.<\/p>\n

Difficulty:<\/b> 3 stars<\/p>\n

Time Standards (highlight to view):<\/b> Grandmaster = 3:30, Master = 4:30, Expert = 9:00<\/span><\/p>\n

Solution:<\/b> PDF<\/a> and solving video<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Note:<\/b> Follow this link for other Cross the Streams<\/a>. If you are new to this puzzle type, here are our easiest Cross the Streams<\/a> to get started on. More Cross the Streams can be found in these e-books<\/a> in our store.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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