Advanced Sudoku Methods of the Ancient Masters

The art of Sudoku is not just for beginners. No, no, no. This is where the pros come to play. Here, you will learn the techniques used by the most skilled Sudoku masters to solve even the most complex puzzles.

The Naked Pair

Also known as the "Simple Yet Elegant" method, this technique involves looking for two numbers that are already present in the same row, column or box, and using that information to eliminate those numbers as possibilities in other cells.

The Locked Candidate

This is where things get a little messy. A Locked Candidate is a cell that has only one possible value, but it can't be eliminated yet, because it's not alone in the box, row, or column. But don't worry, with practice, you'll get the hang of it.

The X-Wing

A classic. A wing of two cells in the same row or column, with the same value. Use this to eliminate possibilities in other cells, and you'll be well on your way to becoming a master.

And so, the journey begins... or continues, depending on where you are in your Sudoku journey. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be afraid to try out these advanced techniques.