Christmas Collect

Manipulate festive tiles by initiating a sequence—tap any Christmas emblem, then trace continuous lines through identical icons in multiple orientations. Progress hinges on forging connections of three or more to efficiently purge them from the tableau. Strategically chain six successive items; doing so activates unique power-ups that alter board dynamics and amplify your tactical options. Surpassing seven linked symbols grants additional seconds, extending your puzzle-solving window and increasing overall challenge longevity. Examine each round’s objectives carefully, as every stage requires collecting specified seasonal motifs under strict time limitations. Utilize swift pattern recognition and spatial reasoning to optimize matches before the countdown expires; nuanced combinations accelerate advancement through increasingly complex layouts teeming with holiday imagery. Refine techniques with every attempt for superior performance records (117 words).