LEVEL 6

Skyscraper

Two strong-link rows share one aligned endpoint and expose a roof elimination.

How to find it

  1. Find two rows where a candidate appears exactly twice.
  2. Align one endpoint in the same column.
  3. Remove the candidate from cells seeing both unaligned endpoints.

Candidate-map demonstration

The violet cells mark the pattern and the gold cell marks the resulting placement or elimination. Treat this compact map as orientation; use the verified full puzzle below to practise the actual deduction.

Common mistakes

  • Using cells that do not share the required row, column, box or peer relationship.
  • Removing a candidate before confirming every occurrence in the pattern.
  • Confusing a possible pattern with a completed logical proof.

VERIFIED PRACTICE

Skyscraper training

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Apply this technique in a real puzzle