Runglio #17: HOWL → RUIN
Oct 26, 2026 · best route 6 moves
On Oct 26, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn HOWL into RUIN, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 6 moves: HOWL, BOWL, BOIL, BAIL, RAIL, RAIN, RUIN.
The best route
HOWL
BOWL
BOIL
BAIL
RAIL
RAIN
RUIN
Amber letters already match the target in that spot. The last word is green.
Step by step
- HOWL to BOWL: change the 1st letter, H to B.
- BOWL to BOIL: change the 3rd letter, W to I.
- BOIL to BAIL: change the 2nd letter, O to A.
- BAIL to RAIL: change the 1st letter, B to R.
- RAIL to RAIN: change the 4th letter, L to N.
- RAIN to RUIN: change the 2nd letter, A to U.
There can be more than one good route. Runglio scores you against the shortest one, so matching it counts as a perfect route.