Crossword #23: World's First Invisible Crossword

 G'devening mate,

You all have nothing but disrespect for me. I give you the best puzzles in the industry and you still say, "Oh, I can solve this with my eyes closed"? Oh, yeah? Want to bet? I've created a puzzle that should hopefully be completely invisible, with an appropriate theme to boot. No clues. No grid. Just your own wits, and see how you do if you really want to test me.

(Later Gizmo Note: Had technical issues in making empty grid and empty clues and invisible crossword. Please just close your eyes.)

G'dbye,

Gizmo Thwomp


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