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Animated Move Breakdown

This page shows a static, self-contained SVG animation of a classic crossword-style move. It highlights tiles as they are placed, shows per-letter scores, applies a word multiplier, and then reveals the total. No JavaScript is required; it’s pure SVG animation.

Tip: Also see Scoring & Validation for rules and details.

Animated Move BreakdownA 7x7 grid. The word READ is placed across row 4. Cells highlight sequentially, scores add up, and a word multiplier applies.2× WORDR1E1A1D2Letter scores1+1+1+2Subtotal5Word bonus×2Total10

Scenario: place READ across row 4, touching existing tiles. Only newly placed tiles take letter bonuses. Here, the center cell is a 2× word multiplier. Letters score 1+1+1+2 = 5, then ×2 → 10 total.

This is a simplified example for illustration. The engine supports multiple formed words (main + cross), bingo bonuses, and per-tile letter bonuses applied to newly placed tiles only.

Accessibility note: The SVG includes a title and description for screen readers. The animation is time-based and completes in under 4 seconds; the final state remains visible.