Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
Arcane Artifacts of Ancient Messaging
Challenging puzzle for experienced crossword solvers
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Across
- 1. Cryptic illumination system signaled by varying candle flames
- 2. Obscure term for complex folded letters concealing messages
- 4. Obscure agricultural signaling using curved blades (anagrammed term)
- 9. Avian-based courier system historically trusted for urgent mail
- 11. African method using rhythmic beats for distant communication
- 13. Old-fashioned vertical delivery method inside buildings
Down
- 3. Ancient symbolic marks purportedly used for secret transmissions
- 5. Portable sack designed to hold secret notes in old espionage
- 6. Ceremonial messenger vessel, alluding to old tribal word transmission
- 7. Encoded message system requiring a key to decipher
- 8. Solar-powered communication apparatus flashing mirrors
- 10. Message inscribed only visible through light cast from behind
- 12. Visual signaling system that waves flags to spell out messages
- 14. Metaphor for a covert messenger playing strings to convey signals
- 15. Long-distance dispatch system from ancient Assyria using relay riders
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