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Can you solve it? The treacherous riddle of the round table

A puzzle for the ages It’s made of wood, it’s in the shape of a circle, and it is the forum for many an important gathering.

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According to The Guardian, a puzzle for the ages It’s made of wood, it’s in the shape of a circle, and it is the forum for many an important gathering.

It is also the setting for today’s puzzle.

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