Strands delivers a fresh daily word challenge from the creators of Wordle. Players connect letters on a grid to uncover six themed words and a central spangram. The theme words fill the board without overlapping, while the spangram links opposite edges and reveals the puzzle’s core concept. Spotting the spangram first simplifies the rest.
March 13 Puzzle Overview
The March 13 edition, themed ‘Mountain Band,’ ranks among the more approachable recent puzzles. Focus on musical elements tied to rugged landscapes to progress quickly.
Spangram Clues
This spangram spans 14 letters across two words. It names a musical style that originated in the Appalachian Mountains of the United States.
Theme Word Starters
Each of the six theme words begins with these letter pairs:
- BA
- FI
- GU
- HA
- MA
Use these starters to drag across the grid and reveal connections. Combine them with the spangram for full completion.

