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==General==
==General==
Puzzle Cards first appeared in the [[Firebox Advert 28.04.05|Firebox advert]] and were soon followed by an appearance in the [[Parcels]] sent out. The cards have different colours, numbers and sets.  The colours correspond to the difficulty and the rarity of the cards, ranging from red (easy and common) to silver (difficult and rare).
Puzzle Cards first appeared in the [[Firebox Advert 28.04.05|Firebox advert]] and were soon followed by an appearance in the [[Parcels]] sent out. The cards have different colors, numbers and sets.  The colors correspond to the difficulty and the rarity of the cards, ranging from red (easy and common) to silver (difficult and rare).


According to the "[[:Image:Sente_howto.jpg|Rules Card]]" you have to collect the cards and solve them to win [[Perplex Points]] at [http://www.Perplexcity.com www.perplexcity.com], making complete sets of four to win extra points.  The cards may hold clues as to who is behind the [[Theft]], and where the cube is.
According to the "[[:Image:Sente_howto.jpg|Rules Card]]" you have to collect the cards and solve them to win [[Perplex Points]] at [http://www.Perplexcity.com www.perplexcity.com], making complete sets of four to win extra points.  The cards may hold clues as to who is behind the [[Theft]], where the Receda cube is, who took it, and why.


While the idea of using puzzle cards to lead the way to a resolution might seem a bit sadistic to some, it is in fact perfectly in keeping with Perplexian culture.  The game ''Clash'', which is extremely popular within the [[PCAG]], is in fact the root of using puzzle cards.   
While the idea of using puzzle cards to lead the way to a resolution might seem a bit sadistic to some, it is in fact perfectly in keeping with Perplexian culture.  The game ''Clash'', which is extremely popular within the [[PCAG]], is in fact the root of using puzzle cards.   


== Season 1 card details ==
== Season 1 card details ==
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===Large ghosted letters===
===Large ghosted letters===
:''See main article: [[Playing card symbols]]''
:''See main article: [[Puzzle_card_symbols#Playing_Cards_and_Large_Letters]]''
*On some cards, there are also faint parts of what appears to be letters.
*On cards with prime numbers, large faint letters appear in the corners
*It could be assumed that these will form a message when the cards are placed together in the correct order
*Playing card symbols appear on these cards as well, as a means to organzie the letters.
*Some of the cards have [[Playing card symbols]]. Their purpose appears to be a key to proper arrangement for the ghosted letters.
*The letters seem to spell out a message when collected and assembled.
*It seems to say: '''I stole [[the Cube]]. Help me. Combed Thunderclap.'''
 
===Stringe Symbols===
:''See main article: [[Puzzle_card_symbols#Cards_With_Strange_Shapes]]''
*Wave 4 of season 1 introduced unusual shapes on some cards.
*No pattern is readily apparent.
 
===Strings of numbers====
:''See main article: [[Puzzle_card_symbols#Cards_With_Number_Strings]]''
*Wave 4 of season 1 introduced strings of numbers on some cards.
*No pattern is readily apparent.


===Unsolved cards===
===Unsolved cards===
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*{{Card|243|Shuffled}} '''See [[Shuffled]]'''
*{{Card|243|Shuffled}} '''See [[Shuffled]]'''
*{{Card|251|The Thirteenth Labour}} '''See [[The Thirteenth Labour]]'''
*{{Card|251|The Thirteenth Labour}} '''See [[The Thirteenth Labour]]'''
*{{Card|255|Billion to One}} '''See [[Billion to One]]'''


===See Also===
===See Also===
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*[[Card Designers List]] -- Lists cards by designer
*[[Card Designers List]] -- Lists cards by designer
*[[Avast! Pirates!]] -- It would seem certain members of the [[CRT]], especially [[Kurt]], are fond of pirates.
*[[Avast! Pirates!]] -- It would seem certain members of the [[CRT]], especially [[Kurt]], are fond of pirates.


==Card sellers==
==Card sellers==
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*[http://search.insound.com/search/artist.jsp?artist=INS31358 InSound]
*[http://search.insound.com/search/artist.jsp?artist=INS31358 InSound]
*[http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/games/82f9/ ThinkGeek]
*[http://www.thinkgeek.com/geektoys/games/82f9/ ThinkGeek]


==PerplexCity magazine spreads==
==PerplexCity magazine spreads==
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Image:Telegraph 2.png
Image:Telegraph 2.png
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In June 2006, a new magazine in London - ''Penny'' - started printing puzzling spreads.  Only one has been produced so far.
In June 2006, a new magazine in London - ''Penny'' - started printing puzzling spreads.  Only one has been produced so far.
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</gallery>


==Card Waves==
 
The Perplex City cards have been released in waves.  The waves 1-3 have already been released to the public.  July 31, 2006 has been confirmed to be release of the forth and final wave of cards.  Two wave 4 cards have already been released:
==Card Waves and Seasons==
*[http://forums.unfiction.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=14618 Dudeney's Medallion]
The Perplex City Puzzle Cards are being released in waves.  This is partly for storytelling purposes, and partly for financial reasons.  4 waves of cards were released in Season 1.  It is unknown how many seasons there will be.  Some rumors have suggested at least 3 seasons, but that is wild speculation on the parts of everyone involved.  At this time, it is not known what will happen to everyone's puzzle points and achievements at the end of season 1.  In a strictly meta-game sense, Season 1 will end when the Receda Cube is found. Season 2 will involve something else entirely.
*[http://forums.unfiction.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=15223 St. Ives]
 
 
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Revision as of 20:57, 9 August 2006

General

Puzzle Cards first appeared in the Firebox advert and were soon followed by an appearance in the Parcels sent out. The cards have different colors, numbers and sets. The colors correspond to the difficulty and the rarity of the cards, ranging from red (easy and common) to silver (difficult and rare).

According to the "Rules Card" you have to collect the cards and solve them to win Perplex Points at www.perplexcity.com, making complete sets of four to win extra points. The cards may hold clues as to who is behind the Theft, where the Receda cube is, who took it, and why.

While the idea of using puzzle cards to lead the way to a resolution might seem a bit sadistic to some, it is in fact perfectly in keeping with Perplexian culture. The game Clash, which is extremely popular within the PCAG, is in fact the root of using puzzle cards.


Season 1 card details

Features of the Season 1 puzzle cards are described below.

Selected cards may be seen in the Selected Cards article. Please note, this wiki will not be hosting all cards, but rather just those which fall into certain categories. See the Card Catalog at http://perplexcitycardcatalog.com for a comprehensive listing of all cards with much meta data.

Large ghosted letters

See main article: Puzzle_card_symbols#Playing_Cards_and_Large_Letters
  • On cards with prime numbers, large faint letters appear in the corners
  • Playing card symbols appear on these cards as well, as a means to organzie the letters.
  • The letters seem to spell out a message when collected and assembled.
  • It seems to say: I stole the Cube. Help me. Combed Thunderclap.

Stringe Symbols

See main article: Puzzle_card_symbols#Cards_With_Strange_Shapes
  • Wave 4 of season 1 introduced unusual shapes on some cards.
  • No pattern is readily apparent.

Strings of numbers=

See main article: Puzzle_card_symbols#Cards_With_Number_Strings
  • Wave 4 of season 1 introduced strings of numbers on some cards.
  • No pattern is readily apparent.

Unsolved cards

3 Cards in particular have discussions and information hosted here. They are exceptionally difficult to solve.


See Also


Card sellers

The initial card sellers, according to Parcel Letter was a bit short. This list has since expanded greatly. Online retailers include:


PerplexCity magazine spreads

The Telegraph has started publishing monthly spreads featuring a number of perplexian puzzles, and some previews of up-coming cards. The collected assembly can be seen here:

  • Telegraph 1.png
  • Telegraph 2.png

In June 2006, a new magazine in London - Penny - started printing puzzling spreads. Only one has been produced so far.

  • Penny 1.jpg


Card Waves and Seasons

The Perplex City Puzzle Cards are being released in waves. This is partly for storytelling purposes, and partly for financial reasons. 4 waves of cards were released in Season 1. It is unknown how many seasons there will be. Some rumors have suggested at least 3 seasons, but that is wild speculation on the parts of everyone involved. At this time, it is not known what will happen to everyone's puzzle points and achievements at the end of season 1. In a strictly meta-game sense, Season 1 will end when the Receda Cube is found. Season 2 will involve something else entirely.


Card cat title.jpg Please see Brian Enigma's impressive Card Catalog for a sorted, comprehensive listing of cards.
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