摘要：

The present invention provides a method and apparatus for playing a word game incorporating word formation through the arrangement of playing units, wherein a playing unit is associated with a letter of an alphabet. A player can form new words by arranging playing units contained in an exposed collection or by stealing words which have previously been formed by another player. A player can steal a performed word by arranging a group of playing units into a new word, wherein the group comprises the playing units of the pre-formed word and at least one playing unit from the exposed collection. Included within the letters identified on the playing units may be a joker insignia, wherein a joker insignia can represent any letter value desired and may be changed during play of the game. A player attempts to form and maintain possession of a predetermined number of words in order to win the game.

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