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Explore our collection of D&D dice sets for Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop roleplaying games. From classic seven-piece polyhedral sets to larger sets with extra dice, you'll find a variety of colors, materials, and designs to suit your character and playing style.

Whether you're choosing your very first set or adding something special to a growing collection, we're happy to help you find your next favorite dice. Happy adventuring!

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Choosing Your D&D Dice: A Friendly Guide

New to D&D? Start Here

Welcome to the wonderful world of Dungeons & Dragons! Whether you're preparing for your very first adventure or shopping for someone who's just getting started, choosing your first set of dice is part of the fun.

Most D&D players begin with a seven-piece polyhedral dice set, which includes:

  • D4 (four-sided): Often used for smaller amounts of damage and certain spells.
  • D6 (six-sided): The familiar cube, used for damage, healing, and other rolls.
  • D8 (eight-sided): Commonly used for weapon damage and spells.
  • D10 (ten-sided): Used for damage and other game mechanics.
  • D% (percentile die): Paired with the D10 to roll numbers from 1 to 100.
  • D12 (twelve-sided): Used for certain weapons and abilities.
  • D20 (twenty-sided): The star of the show! Used for attack rolls, ability checks, and saving throws.

My advice? Start with a set you like that's easy to read. You don't need expensive or fancy dice to enjoy D&D. An affordable acrylic set will serve you wonderfully, and you can always explore other materials and designs as your adventures continue.

You might even choose dice that reflect your character's personality. Perhaps something mysterious and magical for a wizard, or earthy greens for a woodland druid. There's no right or wrong choice!

Most importantly, choose dice that make you smile. After all, you'll be sharing plenty of adventures together!

Which Dice Material Is Right for You?

One of the wonderful things about D&D dice is the variety of materials available. From colorful acrylics to beautifully crafted metal and gemstone dice, each offers its own look and feel. Choosing the right material comes down to your personal preferences, playing style, and budget.

Acrylic Dice: A popular choice for beginners and experienced players alike! Acrylic dice are lightweight, durable, affordable, and available in an incredible variety of colors and designs. They're wonderful everyday gaming companions.

Resin Dice: Often chosen for their artistic possibilities, resin dice can feature beautiful layered colors, shimmering effects, and decorative inclusions. They're a fun option for players who appreciate unusual or eye-catching designs.

Metal Dice: If you enjoy dice with a little extra heft, metal dice offer a satisfying weight and distinctive feel. Because they're heavier than plastic dice, we recommend rolling them on a dice tray to help protect your gaming table.

Gemstone and Glass Dice: From the unique colors and natural patterns of polished gemstones to the captivating clarity and brilliance of glass, these dice are often little works of art. They generally require more careful handling, as some materials can chip or break if dropped onto hard surfaces. A padded dice tray is a good idea.

Something Different: Dice also come in less traditional materials, including soft silicone, squishy foam, and natural wood. Each offers its own distinctive texture, appearance, and rolling experience, making them fun alternatives to conventional dice.

My advice? Don't feel that you need to spend more to get a great set of dice. Acrylic and resin sets are excellent choices for everyday gaming, while other materials offer different experiences for those who enjoy collecting or trying something new.

Whatever material catches your eye, the best dice are the ones you'll enjoy bringing to the gaming table!

Finding Your Favorite Colors and Designs

One of the most enjoyable parts of choosing D&D dice is discovering colors and designs that speak to you. From classic solid colors and shimmering metallic finishes to translucent dice, swirling patterns, and sparkling glitter, there's an incredible variety to explore!

Let Your Personality Shine: Some players choose dice in their favorite colors, while others enjoy matching their dice to their D&D characters. A fiery red set might be perfect for a dragonborn sorcerer, while a woodland ranger might prefer earthy greens and browns. Of course, there's nothing wrong with simply choosing a set because you think it's beautiful.

Don't Forget Readability: While appearance is important, you'll also want dice that are comfortable to use. Look for numbers that contrast well with the dice themselves, especially if you play in dim lighting. Some intricate designs are gorgeous to look at but can be a little harder to read during a fast-paced game.

Explore Something New: With so many colors and designs available, part of the fun is discovering something you hadn't considered before. Our color filters can help you narrow your search to your favorite shades, but don't be afraid to explore beyond your usual preferences. You might discover a new favorite.

My advice? There's no right or wrong way to choose your dice. Whether you love understated classics, bold colors, or elaborate designs, pick something that brings a little extra joy to your adventures.

After all, rolling dice should be fun—and that includes the dice themselves.

Does Dice Size Matter?

When it comes to D&D dice, size is another fun consideration! From tiny miniature dice to enormous D20s that make a statement at the gaming table, there's a whole world of possibilities beyond traditional dice sizes.

Standard-Sized Dice: Most traditional polyhedral dice sets are described as 16mm dice, referring to the approximate size of the six-sided die (D6). The other dice in the set vary in size and shape. Standard-sized dice are comfortable to roll, easy to carry, and a great choice for everyday gaming.

Miniature Dice: Small but mighty! Mini dice are perfect for players who appreciate compact designs or want to carry an extra set without taking up much space. Just keep in mind that their smaller numbers can be harder to read.

Giant Dice: Sometimes bigger really is more fun! From oversized polyhedral dice to enormous foam D20s, giant dice add a little extra excitement to your adventures. Larger dice can be easier to read, make memorable additions to special gaming moments, and are simply fun to collect. Just remember that some require a little extra rolling room.

My advice? For most players, a standard-sized set is a wonderful starting point. But there's no rule saying you can't enjoy dice of different sizes. Whether you prefer tiny treasures or enormous D20s, choose something that's comfortable to use and adds a little fun to your adventures.

Curious about larger dice? Explore our Giant Dice collection to discover some of the bigger personalities in the dice world!

A Lifelong Love of D&D Dice

Shane's original Dungeons & Dragons polyhedral dice from the early 1980s, featuring blue and yellow, including translucent blue dice.

My love of Dungeons & Dragons dice began way back in the early 1980s, when I was about 12 years old. Like many tabletop gamers from that era, my first dice came from a TSR Dungeons & Dragons boxed set. I immediately fell in love with those strangely shaped dice (and the game!), and it wasn't long before I was visiting a local hobby shop to pick up a set or two of classic Gamescience dice.

The dice pictured here are especially meaningful to me. They're all that remain of my original D&D dice from those early adventures. More than 40 years later, I still have them! They're a little reminder of where this wonderful journey began.

Back then, I never imagined that my childhood fascination with D&D dice would eventually lead me to start Dark Elf Dice in 2005. Even after all these years, I'm still grateful that I get to spend my days doing something I love and connecting with fellow tabletop gamers from around the world.

One of my favorite things about running Dark Elf Dice is helping people discover dice they'll enjoy using in their own adventures. Whether you're choosing your very first set or adding something special to a collection you've been building for years, I hope you find something here that makes you smile.

Please enjoy browsing our D&D dice collection, and if you ever have a question, feel free to send me an email. I love talking shop with fellow gamers, and I'm always happy to help.

Wishing you all the best and the happiest of adventures.

Frequently Asked Questions About D&D Dice

What are D&D dice?

D&D dice are special dice used to play Dungeons & Dragons and other tabletop roleplaying games. Unlike ordinary six-sided dice, D&D dice come in several different shapes, each with a different number of sides.

A standard D&D dice set includes seven dice: a four-sided (D4), six-sided (D6), eight-sided (D8), ten-sided (D10), twelve-sided (D12), twenty-sided (D20), and a second ten-sided die used for percentile rolls (D%). Players roll these dice to determine the outcomes of actions such as attacking monsters, casting spells, and using their characters' abilities.

Whether you're playing your first adventure or your hundredth, a seven-piece dice set is a great place to start!

How many dice do you need to play Dungeons & Dragons?

For most Dungeons & Dragons games, a standard seven-piece dice set is all you need to get started. This includes a D4, D6, D8, D10, D12, D20, and a second ten-sided die for percentile rolls.

As you continue playing, you may find it helpful to have extra dice, especially when rolling multiple dice for spells, attacks, or damage. Many players also enjoy collecting different sets to match their characters or simply because they love dice!

Whether you're just beginning your first adventure or have been playing for years, there's no need to own a huge collection to enjoy the game.

What are D&D dice made from?

D&D dice are made from a variety of materials, each offering a different look, feel, and rolling experience.

Acrylic and resin dice are among the most popular choices. They're lightweight, affordable, and available in a wonderful variety of colors and designs. Metal dice have a satisfying weight and feel, while gemstone dice offer the natural beauty and unique patterns of materials such as amethyst, quartz, and other stones.

You'll also find dice made from materials like wood, silicone, and foam. There's no single material that's best for everyone—it really comes down to your personal preferences and what you enjoy rolling!

Are D&D dice expensive?

Not at all! D&D dice are available at a wide range of prices, so there's something for just about every budget.

Affordable acrylic and resin dice sets are great choices for beginners and experienced players alike. If you're looking for something a little different, specialty dice made from metal, gemstones, and other materials generally cost more.

The good news is that you don't need expensive dice to enjoy Dungeons & Dragons. A simple seven-piece set is all most players need to get started, and you can always add to your collection as your adventures continue!

Are D&D dice balanced and fair?

Yes! D&D dice are designed to roll fairly, with each face having approximately the same chance of landing face up. Most commercially manufactured D&D dice are perfectly suitable for everyday tabletop gaming.

Like any physical product, dice can have small manufacturing variations that may affect their balance. However, these differences don't necessarily have a meaningful impact on ordinary gameplay, and most players can enjoy their dice with confidence.

Still Have Questions About D&D Dice?

We're always happy to help! Whether you're choosing your first set of D&D dice, looking for something special, or simply have a question, please don't hesitate to reach out.