Runglio #8: KIND → HOUR
Oct 17, 2026 · best route 7 moves
On Oct 17, 2026, the Runglio word ladder asked players to turn KIND into HOUR, changing one letter at a time. The shortest route takes 7 moves: KIND, FIND, FOND, FOOD, FOOL, FOUL, FOUR, HOUR.
The best route
KIND
FIND
FOND
FOOD
FOOL
FOUL
FOUR
HOUR
Amber letters already match the target in that spot. The last word is green.
Step by step
- KIND to FIND: change the 1st letter, K to F.
- FIND to FOND: change the 2nd letter, I to O.
- FOND to FOOD: change the 3rd letter, N to O.
- FOOD to FOOL: change the 4th letter, D to L.
- FOOL to FOUL: change the 3rd letter, O to U.
- FOUL to FOUR: change the 4th letter, L to R.
- FOUR to HOUR: change the 1st letter, F to H.
There can be more than one good route. Runglio scores you against the shortest one, so matching it counts as a perfect route.