Cool Skyscrapers Puzzle - Cut-the-Knot

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The discussion revolves around enhancing the Skyscrapers puzzle format by incorporating elements similar to Sudoku, specifically a 9x9 Latin square with 3x3 subsquares, where visibility of skyscrapers is limited in each row and column. A key observation is that puzzles become easier when edge numbers are either 1 or n in an n x n grid, as this creates a single possibility for placement. Additionally, it is noted that if the sum of the numbers at either end of a row or column equals n+1, it simplifies determining the placement of n within that row or column. The participant shares personal progress, mentioning the challenge of solving a 7x7 square and successfully completing an 8x8 square with minimal guessing.
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I wonder of they could make it more like sudoku where there's a 9x9 latin square made out of 3x3 subsquares where only certain numbers of skyscrapers are visible in each rown & column of each subsquare. & beware the creepy eyes watching your every move. Anyway I've found that it's easier when the numbers on the edge are either 1 or n for an nxn, which means there's only one possibility.
 
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I think I've also found that if the sum of the numbers on either end of a row or column is n+1 then it's easy to figure out where n goes in that row/column. It takes some practice. I'm still trying to get through the 7x7 square
 
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woohoo just solved my first 8x8, & I only had to guess twice :biggrin:
 

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