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Roll To Hit: Comparative Mathematical Probability In Tabletop Role-playing Games

The article "Roll to Hit: Comparative Mathematical Probability in Tabletop Role-Playing Games" examines how different dice mechanics influence combat outcomes in TTRPGs. By analyzing starting characters across various systems, the authors demonstrate that the underlying probability structures—such as flat distributions.

TTRPGDave EngSeptember 30, 2025Probability, Dice mechanics, TTRPG (Tabletop Role-Playing Games)Comment

Roll To Hit: Comparative Mathematical Probability In Tabletop Role-Playing Games

Tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) heavily rely on dice and probability, yet the impact of dice mechanics on gameplay has not been deeply explored academically. This article compares combat effectiveness across TTRPG systems, examining how probability and dice mechanics influence character success.

Tabletop Role-Playing GamDave EngJuly 15, 2025Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs), Dice Mechanics, ProbabilityComment