What's better, 2d6 or 1d12?

Neither 2d6 nor 1d12 is universally "better"; they offer different strengths: 2d6 provides more consistent, reliable damage with a higher average (7 vs. 6.5) and minimum (2 vs. 1), while 1d12 offers greater unpredictability with an even chance for any result, favoring extreme highs and lows. Choose 2d6 for dependable results and 1d12 for swingy, high-risk, high-reward situations or when a specific ability (like Barbarian's Brutal Critical) benefits more from a larger die.
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What is statistically better, 2d6 or 1d12?

With 1d12 every value is equally likely, but with 2d6 low and high rolls are less probable. You're more likely to get at least average damage with 2d6, but you'll seldom roll a 12.
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What is a d12 dice used for?

"D12" can refer to a 12-sided die (dodecahedron) used in tabletop games like D&D for damage/healing, an American hip-hop group (The Dirty Dozen) featuring Eminem, or even a specific amplifier model (d&b D12) in audio equipment. Its function depends entirely on the context: in gaming, it generates random numbers; in music, it's a rap collective known for its alter egos; and in audio, it's a powerful amplifier.
 
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How much damage is 1d12?

The average damage of any die on a particular roll is half the highest number of in the dice +. 5. So a 1d20 is 10.5, a 1d12 is 6.5, a 1d8 4.5, and so on.
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What is the 65% rule in D&D?

In 5e the chance of hitting is on average 65%. Based on that a +2 mod on AC reduces the chance to 55%. And a +9 mod to AC reduces the chance to hit to 20%. The three brackets represent you have a 65% chance to do minimum damage, 55% to do average damage and 20% to do max damage.
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Is 1d12 or 2d6 better?

Why is a greatsword 2d6?

The "in character" reason for why its a 2d6 rather than 1d12 is in the Dungeon Master Guide's section on oversized weapons. Weapons that are Large get one extra damage dice. A greatsword is a Large Shortsword (1d6 becomes 2d6) and losses the Light and Finesse features due to its size.
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What is the 27 rule in D&D?

Each ability score (Strength, Dexterity, Constitution, Intelligence, Wisdom, and Charisma) begins at a base score of 8. Players have 27 points to distribute among their ability scores.
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What is the most common 2 dice roll?

The most common roll when using two six-sided dice is a sum of 7, occurring with 6 out of 36 possible combinations (1/6 or ~16.7% chance), while the least common rolls are 2 and 12, each with only one combination (1/36). The probability forms a triangular pattern, with 7 at the peak and totals like 6 and 8 being next most likely, then 5 and 9, and so on, as shown in the statistics how to.
 
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What is the rarest dice roll?

, and the least common rolls are 2 and 12, both with probability 1/36.
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Is a d12 a fair dice?

Single Skew d12 die, based on the tetragonal pentagonal dodecahedron. These wacky-looking dice are actually just as fair as regular 12-sided dice.
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Are metal D\&D dice worth it?

Metal dice have an advantage: they are much heavier and tend to have more uniform faces. They don't roll as far as plastic, which may seem less random, but rolling or shaking them in your hand is the real source of randomness in both plastic and metal dice.
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What is the most damaging weapon in D&D?

In D&D 5e, the Greatsword and Maul offer the highest base damage for mundane weapons (2d6), while magical artifacts like the Sword of Zariel or legendary items like the Adze of Annam can deal far more, adding significant extra dice (like 3d10 or 3d12) to base damage, making them top contenders for raw damage output, especially with feats and class abilities.
 
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Who makes the best D&D dice?

BEST OVERALL: Fennek and Finch

Fennek and Finch (formerly CozyGamer) has got you covered. The variety of dice on Fennek and Finch is astonishing, there's a set for every character you might play. Dice are categorized into material, color, theme, AND D&D class, making it easy to find your next set.
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What in D&D uses d12?

A d12 is a 12-sided die. It's mostly used in games like Dungeons and Dragons when you want your attacks to do between one and 12 points of damage or healing, and sometimes in cases where you're deciding between 12 different outcomes. A d12 is a dodecahedron, and each side has about an 8.3% chance of being rolled.
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Which D&D damage type is the rarest?

Necrotic (many undead have it), cold and lightning also happen in a few percent of cases. Everything else (psychic, radiant, thunder, or force) is so rare that in many cases, it rounds to 0%.
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What does +5 to hit mean?

So your questions +5 to hit means you roll a d20 and add the 5 to your roll. If it meets or beats their armor class it was a successful hit and you roll damage.
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What is the most powerful object in D&D?

There's no single "most powerful" item, as power depends on context (edition, campaign), but top contenders often include artifacts like the Rod of Seven Parts (reality-altering artifact) or weapons like Blackrazor (soul-devouring sentient sword) for raw combat, while the Ring of Three Wishes (granting the Wish spell) offers unparalleled reality-bending versatility, making it arguably the strongest for its potential, despite its risks. Items that break game mechanics, like the Scepter of the Sorcerer-King (reflecting/amplifying spells), also rank highly.
 
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What is the golden rule of D&D?

The golden rule of D&D is that the word of the DM is the final say on any matter when it comes to rules. Even if it directly goes against what it says in the Player's Handbook or Dungeon Master's Guide. While this can be a useful tool to introduce cool aspects into the game it can also take away from player enjoyment.
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What is the tomato rule in D&D?

D&D by Tomatoes Strength is being able to crush a tomato. Dexterity is being able to dodge a tomato. Constitution is being able to eat a bad tomato. Intelligence is knowing a tomato is a fruit.
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Who has the most HP in 5E?

Maximum HP in D&D 5e starts with your class's highest hit die roll + CON modifier at level 1, then adds your hit die's average (or rolled) value + CON mod per level, boosted by feats like Tough (+2 HP/level) and spells like Aid, with a theoretical cap around 600+ for PCs using all boosts, though the Tarrasque monster has 676 HP. 
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What is the deadliest type of sword?

Deadliest swords in history
  • The claymore, the longsword, and William Wallace.
  • The katana and Masamune: Japan's greatest sword smith.
  • Para 3: Saladin's singing scimitar.
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Is a greataxe or greatsword better in D&D?

The greataxe has a better chance of reaching max (and min) damage on a roll, but the greatsword will deal more consistent damage.
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What are the 4 noble weapons?

The "Four Noble Weapons" (or Si Da Bing Qi) in Chinese martial arts are the Dao (Saber/Broadsword), Gun (Staff), Qiang (Spear), and Jian (Straight Sword), considered fundamental for foundational training as they cover basic principles for most other weapons, embodying concepts like the 'wild tiger' (Dao) or 'gentleman' (Jian). While some pop culture (like Ninjago) or fantasy settings have their own "noble" or "golden" weapons (e.g., Scythe, Nunchucks, Shurikens, Sword), the traditional Chinese martial arts context is the most common source for this phrase.
 
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