Hugo The Hippo is a re-release of the original puzzle box created in 2024 by Junichi Yananose (Juno) who is the copyright owner, and is of course reproduced and sold under license. Hugo the Hippo won the title of "Puzzle of the Year" at 2024 Nob Yoshigahara Puzzle Design Competition (winning both the Jury Grand Prize and the Puzzlers' Award), a historic milestone achieved very few times in the history of the competition. This is because it is not a particularly difficult puzzle, but the solution is extremely pleasant and fun.

This Puzzle is printed with PLA Wood filaments. It is a fairly sturdy product, but as with all PLA objects, avoid exposing it to sunlight or environments that are too humid. Also, to avoid damaging it, follow the official Juno rules.

Rules:

First, do no harm... to the wooden wonder of the hippo puzzle, sworn I am, in the sacred oath of the leafy canopy:

I shall handle the hippo pieces with care, as gentle as a breeze through the jungle's foliage.

I shall not force-fit the pieces, not splinter the wooden wonders in frustration.

I shall respect the fellow puzzlers, and refrain from showering them with splinters in my excitement.

I shall remember that the journey of puzzling is as important as the completion, and so, I shall not rush nor rage against the arboreal enigmas.

I pledge allegiance to Hugo The Hippo, may its sturdy wood guide my hands, and its intricate grain delight my sense.

So help me, Hippo.