What It Is

Damage Roll 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 damage roll 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 Damage Roll in D&D?

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

Read more: Damage Roll A stylized die roll icon representing a damage roll. D&D Portal - Damage Roll Combat rule Damage Roll is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/damage-roll/

How does Damage Roll work?

The Damage Roll page explains the rule, its requirements, and the result during play.

Read more: Damage Roll A stylized die roll icon representing a damage roll. D&D Portal - Damage Roll Combat rule Damage Roll is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/damage-roll/

How do you use Damage Roll during play?

Use the Damage Roll rules when the situation described on the page occurs during a game.

Read more: Damage Roll A stylized die roll icon representing a damage roll. D&D Portal - Damage Roll Combat rule Damage Roll is a combat rule used by attacks, damage, defenses, or turn order. Full link: https://dnd-portal.com/rules/combat/damage-roll/