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mekealbrown committed Feb 10, 2024
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Welcome to the Cryptic Virtual Vault.
Accessing the treasure within requires mastery of advanced mathematical concepts and precise logic.
You are presented with a series of three cryptic locks, each protected by a unique encryption algorithm. To unlock each lock, you must input the correct code.
Here are the locks:
Lock 1: The Base-2 Lock
To unlock this lock, you must input a number in binary format. If the number is a power of 2, the lock will open.
Lock 2: The Base-8 Lock
To unlock this lock, you must input a number in octal format. If the number is a multiple of 8, the lock will open.
Lock 3: The Base-16 Lock
To unlock this lock, you must input a number in hexadecimal format. If the number is a multiple of 16, the lock will open.
Each lock has its own keypad and is labeled accordingly.
Solve all three locks to access the treasure.
Lock 1: The Base-2 Lock:
The keypad for Lock 1 displays binary digits (0 and 1). Enter a number in binary format to attempt unlocking this lock.
Lock 2: The Base-8 Lock:
The keypad for Lock 2 displays octal digits (0-7). Input a number in octal format to attempt unlocking this lock.
Lock 3: The Base-16 Lock:
The keypad for Lock 3 displays hexadecimal digits (0-9, A-F). Input a number in hexadecimal format to attempt unlocking this lock.
Solving the Puzzle:
To access the treasure within the Cryptic Virtual Vault, you must input the correct numbers for each lock, satisfying their respective conditions:
Make cryptic instructions for each lock alluding to each base(2, 8, 16) used.
This puzzle adds an extra layer of challenge by requiring the solver to convert numbers between different bases (binary, octal, and hexadecimal)
and then apply mathematical conditions to determine the correct inputs for each lock. It not only tests the participant's knowledge of base conversion
but also reinforces their understanding of number properties and divisibility.
The Enigma of the Ancient Script
Deep within the labyrinthine catacombs of an ancient temple, you discover a mysterious inscription etched into a stone tablet. The script seems to defy conventional deciphering methods, demanding a keen mind and unwavering determination to unravel its secrets.
Instructions:
Decode the enigmatic symbols to reveal the numbers concealed within.
Engage in the sacred ritual outlined by the tablet to unlock the hidden message.
The Tablet:
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🔢 Base X: ABCD
🔢 Base Y: EFGH
🔢 Base Z: IJKL
Instructions:
The Ritual of Conversion:
Translate the numbers from their mysterious bases to a common base using the following guide:
Base X represents the numbers 0 to 9 in hexadecimal.
Base Y represents the numbers 0 to 7 in octal.
Base Z represents the numbers 0 to 5 in base 6.
The Chamber of Alignment:
Arrange the decoded numbers in ascending order.
Align the digits of each number vertically.
The Oracle's Riddle:
Solve the riddle encoded within the aligned numbers to uncover the hidden message.
The Riddle:
+---+---+---+---+
| A | E | I | ? |
+---+---+---+---+
| B | F | J | ? |
+---+---+---+---+
| C | G | K | ? |
+---+---+---+---+
| D | H | L | ? |
+---+---+---+---+
Hint:
Each number holds a piece of the puzzle. Arrange them wisely, and let the riddle guide your journey to enlightenment.
In this puzzle, base conversion is still the core challenge, but the additional cryptic elements, such as the arrangement
of numbers and the encoded riddle, make it more difficult to solve. The solver must decipher the numbers, align them correctly,
and then crack the riddle to reveal the hidden message.
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