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Dice Weapon Guide

Roll more dice, earn permanent crit, and watch your damage graph rocket upward.

Updated Oct 12, 2025
crit stacking rng scaling late-game power
Support Hybrid Advanced Infinite crit scaling

Unlock Dice by leveling Luck Tome to 12 in a single run. The requirement is demanding, but the reward is absurd scaling. Attack speed and quantity tomes accelerate the rolling, while crit damage relics convert that chance into nuclear blows.

  • Permanent crit chance stacks without a ceiling.
  • Quantity and cooldown tomes dramatically increase roll frequency.
  • Late-game crit damage relics turn every throw into a screen wipe.
Unlock Level Luck Tome to 12 in one run Break 20 vases to unlock Luck Tome first
Core scaling Cooldown > Quantity > Luck
Input load Low Focus on survival while the numbers climb
Best pilots Dicehead, CL4NK, Fox

Dice Scaling Timeline

RankThrow RateBase DamageExtra Effect
1-101.1 s100%1-in-6 chance to gain +1% crit
11-200.85 s130%Throw a second die each attack
21-300.65 s160%Gain a brief speed burst on hit
31-400.50 s200%Crits splash additional lightning
  • Cooldown and quantity tomes are multiplicative with rank bonuses, so hitting both is mandatory.
  • Crit chance beyond 60% still matters because splashes also crit.

Core mechanic breakdown

Exponential growth

Crit chance rises slowly at first, then leaps. Manage the early game carefully to reach that tipping point.

Attack speed engine

More throws equal more chances to earn crit. Anything that shortens cooldown or adds extra dice is priceless.

Late-game dominance

Once crit chance passes 50%, every relic that boosts crit damage or On-Crit effects becomes outrageous.

Mod priority and alternatives

Must-have mods

  • Cooldown Tome for raw throw frequency.
  • Quantity Tome so each cast rolls multiple dice.
  • Luck Tome to boost crit chance gains and item quality.

Flexible picks

  • Experience Tome to level faster and see more Luck Tome offers.
  • Agility Tome if you need kiting safety.

Situational tech

  • Curse Tome for advanced players who can handle the density to farm faster.
  • Defensive relics to bridge the weak early game.

Recommended build patterns

Dicehead Supremacy

Double-level passive plus natural crit makes Dicehead the ideal wielder.

Core mods

  • Cooldown Tome
  • Luck Tome 12
  • Quantity Tome

Priority relics

  • Giant Fork
  • Big Bonk
  • Overpowered Lamp
  • Echo Shard

Gameplay notes

  • Focus on survival until crit reaches at least 25%.
  • After 40% crit, pivot into crit damage relics to capitalize on the scaling.
  • Stay in fights longer to keep rolling—patience wins the run.

Attack Speed Machine

Universal template that maximizes throws per minute.

Core mods

  • Cooldown Tome
  • Quantity Tome
  • Agility Tome

Priority relics

  • Turbo Socks
  • Quick Charger
  • Mobility Enhancer
  • Luck Charm

Gameplay notes

  • Keep enemies at mid-range so every throw lands while you stay safe.
  • Stack attack speed gear before seeking crit damage.
  • Use terrain to funnel enemies into splash zones.

Holy Trinity Loop

Curse + XP + Luck tomes for experienced players chasing record runs.

Core mods

  • Curse Tome
  • Experience Tome
  • Luck Tome

Priority relics

  • Demonic Soul
  • XP Magnet
  • Clover Emblem
  • Echo Shard

Gameplay notes

  • Maintain control over the swarm—if you cannot tank the density, do not pick Curse.
  • Harvest surge waves for massive XP, then reroll until Luck Tome appears.
  • Transition into crit damage builds once crit chance stabilizes.

Synergy quick reference

Partner Synergy Usage tips Dicehead Second level-up chance equals more Dice throws. Unlock Dicehead as soon as the weapon is available. CL4NK Baseline crit chance softens the early-game weakness. Great fallback if you prefer robot playstyle. Fox Luck bonus improves the odds of rolling key tomes and relics. Works best on attack speed builds. Lightning Staff Chain lightning babysits early waves so you can focus on rolling dice. Swap to more offensive secondaries once crit skyrockets.

Weapon matchup comparisons

Dexecutioner

  • Edge: Dice scales higher given enough time.
  • Watch for: Dexecutioner brings reliable power immediately.
  • Best when: You can survive long enough to reach exponential crit levels.

Lightning Staff

  • Edge: Dice surpasses lightning in late-game kill speed.
  • Watch for: Lightning Staff is far better at level 1-10.
  • Best when: You want the strongest ceiling possible.

Aura

  • Edge: Dice provides active engagement and explosive payoff.
  • Watch for: Aura offers safer progression if you dislike RNG.
  • Best when: You enjoy long runs and compounding power.

Playstyle rhythm and details

Early survival

  • Prioritize HP and armor until you reach at least 15% crit.
  • Use supportive weapons so you are not forced into risk before scaling.

Mid-game shift

  • Once crit exceeds 30%, add crit damage relics to maximize each proc.
  • Keep moving to gather XP and maintain throw rhythm.

Late-game cleanup

  • At 60%+ crit you can aggressively hunt elites and bosses.
  • Use burst actives during elite swarms to snowball splash damage.

Operational checklist

  • Unlock Luck Tome by smashing 20 vases.
  • Level Luck Tome to 12 in a single successful run.
  • Stack cooldown and quantity tomes immediately after unlocking Dice.
  • Add crit damage relics once crit chance passes 30%.
  • Stay alive long enough for the exponential scaling to kick in.

FAQ quick answers

Luck Tome 12 feels impossible. Any tips?

Bring Experience Tome early, prioritize survival, and reroll shops. The appearance rate is still RNG but XP Tome increases attempts.

How do I survive the early weakness?

Lean on defensive items, auxiliary weapons, and safe kiting patterns until crit starts stacking. Dice is about patience.

Is there a crit cap?

No hard cap, but returns beyond 80% are mostly for style. Most builds dominate once you cross the 55-60% threshold.