What It Is

Critical Hit is a combat rule reference used by rules, class features, spells, items, and rulings.

This page is a compact play reference. If a spell, feature, monster, item, or DM ruling gives a more specific instruction, use that specific instruction.

How To Use It

Use this reference when another rule mentions critical hit or when you need to resolve that part of play.

Limits And Rolls

  • The specific spell, feature, item, or DM ruling can add more precise instructions.
  • Use the linked rule as the baseline when no more specific rule overrides it.
  • You only roll when the rule, DM, spell, item, or feature asks for a roll.

FAQ

What is Critical Hit in D&D?

Critical Hit is a rules reference that explains one part of character creation, exploration, combat, or spellcasting.

Read more: Critical Hit A stylized attack icon representing a critical hit. D&D Portal - Critical Hit Combat rule Critical Hit is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/critical-hit/

How does Critical Hit work?

The Critical Hit page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.

Read more: Critical Hit A stylized attack icon representing a critical hit. D&D Portal - Critical Hit Combat rule Critical Hit is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/critical-hit/

How do you use Critical Hit during play?

Use the Critical Hit rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.

Read more: Critical Hit A stylized attack icon representing a critical hit. D&D Portal - Critical Hit Combat rule Critical Hit is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/critical-hit/