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

Theme:<\/b> A Star Battle<\/p>\n

Author\/Opus:<\/b> This is the 2nd puzzle from guest contributor Carl Worth.<\/p>\n

Rules:<\/b> Standard Star Battle<\/a> rules with three stars per region. Also, both grids will have the same position of stars. The shading is for aesthetic purposes only. <\/p>\n

Answer String:<\/b> For one of the grids, for each row from top to bottom, enter the number of the column where the middle<\/i> star appears. Enter just the last digit of any two-digit numbers, and enter all these numbers as a single string with no separators. <\/p>\n

Time Standards (highlight to view):<\/b> Grandmaster = 9:30, Master = 18:30, Expert = 37:00<\/span><\/p>\n

Solution:<\/b> PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Note:<\/b> Follow this link for other variations on Star Battle<\/a> and this link for classic Star Battles<\/a>. If you are new to this puzzle type, here are our easiest Star Battles<\/a> to get started on.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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