! / \ !---!---!---! \ / \ / ! W / \ / \ !---!---!---! \ / !

Each intersection of this hexagonal star is the location of a unique letter none of which is an "A". A "W" is already placed as a starter. Each line is a common English four letter word when read from at least one direction.

What solutions can you offer?

An afterthought:
Using unique letters, but with access to all vowels, what other solutions are available?

(In reply to re: Analysis of solving by brianjn)

I think the placement of W makes the a more appealing. Instead of having to guess a lot, you can use some strategy to limit your attempts.

I see there are some words like OWLS and SWUM that fit the rare pattern and worth trying, but some of them (like CWYM) I would not consider common words.

Posted by Gamer on 2008-07-19 17:36:08