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Don't forget the horizontal bar at the bottom; it needs to be tapped 5 times because of the "V" next to it.
Level Overview
What Makes This Puzzle Tricky
You’re greeted with several gray shapes and the simple command “turn them green.” Instinctively, you start tapping — and each bar flashes green briefly before flickering red or fading out. It feels like a rhythm challenge or memory test, like Simon Says. But it’s not. What you’re really being asked to do is read — and count — in Roman numerals.
Your Goal
Your goal is to get all four bars to stay green at the same time — permanently. Unlike other levels that involve dragging or swiping, this one hinges entirely on how many times you tap each bar, not where or when.
How the Game Responds
- Tap Counting: Success depends solely on quantity — not timing, position, or speed.
- Visual Decoding: Those Roman letters aren’t decoration — they’re direct instructions telling you exactly how many taps each bar needs. It’s not broken. It’s basic arithmetic disguised as a puzzle.
What Appears on Your Screen
The background is dark gray, with the instruction “turn them green” centered at the top.
Below it sits a clean layout of four gray bars:
Three vertical bars aligned side-by-side.
One horizontal bar resting beneath them. Each bar has a Roman numeral nearby:
Above the left vertical bar: I
Above the middle vertical bar: III
Above the right vertical bar: II
Beside the bottom horizontal bar: V There are no hidden elements, sliders, or interactive icons — just bars and numbers.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
The Trap
Most players assume a gray bar works like a progress indicator — tap once to activate, hold to fill, or double-tap to lock. So when the first bar lights up green and then vanishes, it feels like a timing issue. But holding, rushing, or multi-tapping won’t help — the game only responds to accurate tap counts.
First Instincts That Fail
- Holding down: Pressing and holding does nothing — the bar won’t stay lit.
- Speed tapping: Trying to hit all four at once with multiple fingers misses the point entirely.
- Dragging: Moving the Roman numerals onto bars isn’t possible — they’re fixed in place.
Player Reactions
I spent over a minute frantically trying to sync four taps at once — like conducting an orchestra of green light. Then I paused, read the symbols, and realized: “Oh. That’s three.”
Step-by-Step Solution
Preparing the Move
Match each Roman numeral to its corresponding bar — those symbols are clear, intentional labels showing how many taps each bar requires.
Executing the Solution
Order doesn’t matter, but going left to right helps avoid miscounting.
- Left Vertical Bar (I): Tap this bar exactly 1 time . It will turn green.
- Middle Vertical Bar (III): Tap this bar exactly 3 times . It will turn green on the third tap.
- Right Vertical Bar (II): Tap this bar exactly 2 times . It will turn green on the second tap.
- Bottom Horizontal Bar (V): Tap this bar exactly 5 times . It will turn green on the fifth tap.
Confirming It Worked
As soon as the last bar hits its required tap count and stays green, the level completes instantly. If any bar turns red, you tapped too many times — let it reset to gray and retry that bar alone.
If It Did Not Work
- The bar turned red! This means you overshot its tap count. For example, tapping the “II” bar three times triggers an error. Pause, wait for it to return to gray, then tap exactly twice.
- Does speed matter? No. Tap deliberately — one… two… three… — but avoid long pauses between taps, or the bar may reset.
Why This Solution Works
This level tests your ability to interpret visual cues and translate symbols into action. Roman numerals here aren’t flair — they’re functional instructions.
- I = 1
- II = 2
- III = 3
- V = 5
The game actively discourages mindless tapping. In most games, one tap = on. Here, “on” means hitting a specific numeric target — forcing you to observe, decode, and act intentionally.
Bonus Tip
- Stay calm. Bars remain green once their correct tap count is reached — no rush needed.
- Count aloud. Sounds odd, but it prevents miscounts — especially on the “V” bar: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 — then stop.
- Reset if unsure. If random tapping leaves you uncertain about a bar’s current state, release and wait for all bars to return to gray — then begin fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I have to tap them in a specific order? A: No. You can start with the V (5 taps) or the I (1 tap). Only the count per bar matters — not sequence.
Q: Why does the bar turn red? A: Red signals an over-tap — you exceeded the numeral’s value. Wait for it to reset before retrying.
Q: Can I use multiple fingers? A: Technically yes, but it increases risk — accidental double-taps throw off your count. Single-finger tapping is safer and more reliable.
Q: What if I don’t know Roman numerals? A: Just remember these four: I = One, II = Two, III = Three, V = Five. That’s all you need for this level!
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