Games • Cardinal Cryptic Cardinal Cryptic #002 Enjoy the Cardinal Cryptic. The Daily produces Cryptic-style crosswords on weekdays. (Graphic: CARSON BOSITA/The Stanford Daily) By Aaira Goswami and Javid Garcia Published May 5, 2026, 10:30 p.m., last updated May 21, 2026, 4:53 p.m. For instructions on solving this puzzle, you can find an introduction from our Games team here. Print Article