Quick crossword No 394

Guardian Quick Cryptics use four different clue types, in equal measures. The four clue types for this puzzle are… (spoilers in the reply)

Hi tpgrammar, it was the guardian quick cryptic that first got me properly into solving so this was a lot of fun, particularly with the extra dimension (though I missed it till the end)!

Great stuff, expert solvers indeed! Thanks tpg.

Some lovely clues as always! Personal favourites were 12a, 15a, 3d, 11d and 13d. A well-constructed grid with a nice surprise at the end.

I did enjoy! At first I thought, this is easy, and he’s using the same devices rather a lot… and then I saw the light! Agree with Coot re 11d. Thanks for a good lesson in restraint 😊

So much to enjoy in a small package : neat definitions (5d,6a,15a), amusing surfaces (8a,4d ) and cunning wordplay (7a,10a,14d). Plus the fun bonus. Perfect little puzzle!