To be completely honest, I was kinda disappointed by how simple and easy the first solution turned out to be. And yes, it leaves SO much room for overthinking, I’m starting to suspect it’s deliberate trolling on FBG’s part :P. Ah, but I guess it’s part of the charm.
Hint: one of the clues linked to by suincide provides everything you need, really.
edited by Kolanowski on 11/2/2015