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Only Connect Sheffield - Round 2 - Sequences Mystery Cache

Hidden : 10/16/2014
Difficulty:
4.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:

The cache is not at the listed location! This cache is part of the Only Connect puzzle series, inspired by the television series. There are four puzzles that contain the coordinates for a final bonus. For more information, see the Grand Prize.


This cache is the second in the series. To find this cache, you will need to find the connections between four seemingly random things, just like the first in the series. However, there is a twist. Each of the sets are connected in a sequence. Not only will you need to know the connections, but you will need to know the next in the sequence. The next in the sequence will be a number, or something that represents a number. The number will be part of the coordinates. There are six sets in total, corresponding to letters A-F. Hopefully some of the sequences should be easy to guess. For others, watching the series over the years will have given you a clue. For the rest, you will have to get creative!

A ?
B 11 10 1 ?
C 1 1 2 ?
D Eggheads University Challenge Only Connect ?
E & * ( ?
F 8589934592 8388608 8192 ?

Once you have completed all the sequences, use the numbers you have found to complete the following formulae:

  • North: N53 22. A B C
  • West: W001 31. D E F

You can validate your puzzle solution with certitude. Due to tree cover, the coordinates are accurate to 10m.

The cache, along with all the caches in the series, is handmade, so bear that in mind. These caches should blend in pretty well with their surroundings; that said, some will be hiding in plain sight. You may have to search with your fingers for others though! When searching for these caches, you do so at your own risk. Some may be difficult to get, especially after bad weather, so pay attention to the terrain ratings. When you find the caches, don't forget to note down the bonus coordinates.



Victoria does wish you luck, honest. She probably just needs another Whisky.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

Bss gur tebhaq. Oruvaq vil ba yrqtr bs jnyy.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)