Rung #116 hints and answer

September 23, 2026. Here is the full clue ladder for this puzzle, gentlest first. Each rung is worth fewer points, so open only what you need. The answer stays hidden until you click.

Hint 1, worth 5 points

My entire spectacular burden exists for one reason, and the one who judges it never has to carry it.

Hint 2, worth 4 points

My glow is a trick of bent light, since the real color of my feathers is only brown.

Hint 3, worth 3 points

I stalk the ground on strong legs, and my harsh cry can carry for over a mile across open country.

Hint 4, worth 2 points

I fan out about a hundred and fifty gleaming eye-spotted feathers to impress a watching female.

Hint 5, worth 1 point

I strut through formal gardens with my jeweled tail spread wide, the most theatrical bird most people have ever seen.

Extra hint, the shape of the answer

7 letters, starts with “P”.

Reveal the answer to Rung #116

PEACOCK

Only the males are technically peacocks. The females are peahens, and the males' giant tails are pure advertising to attract them.

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