Vorax: I don't know what I'm missing, but I don't get it. I have a feeling the solution is much simpler than I think, and thus I'm not seeing the forest for the trees.
It is. As I said, I think there will be a few sore faces and possibly broken hands/desks when the method is revealed.
itai.sharim: Finally cracked it.
But, as I was interested in the riddle more than the game - I let someone else get it.
Nice one Xyem.
As Prydeless said, PM me the solution and I will give you the I-dun-messed-up prize.
Clue #3: There is a character different from all the rest which not only tells you which direction to go, but also betrays how many wear a mask.