A D12 (twelve-sided die) is a dodecahedron-shaped die commonly used in tabletop role-playing games. This virtual dice roller simulates rolling a D12, generating a random number between 1 and 12.
How To Use The D12 Roller
- Set the number of times you want to roll
- Set how many D12 dice to roll per attempt
- Click "Roll dice" to generate your results
- View individual roll results or the grand total
Common Uses For D12 Dice
- Damage rolls: Greataxes and lances deal d12 damage in D&D 5e
- Hit dice: Barbarians use d12 for hit points
- Random hours: Generate a random hour (1-12) for time-based events
- Monthly selection: Choose a random month of the year
D12 Probability
Each face of a fair D12 has an equal probability of approximately 8.33% (1/12):
| Result | Probability |
|---|
| 1-12 | 8.33% each |
The expected average roll is 6.5 when rolling a single D12.
D12 In Gaming
The D12 is often considered the "forgotten die" in standard dice sets, but it plays important roles:
- Barbarian's weapon: The greataxe (1d12) is iconic for barbarian characters
- Hit points: Barbarians roll d12 for HP, the highest among player classes
- Special abilities: Some class features and spells use d12 for effects