Roll vs. Result

Description

A roll is the number shown on the die before modifiers are applied.

A result is the final value after all applicable modifiers have been applied.

Some rules care about the natural number shown on the die. This is called the roll.

Other rules care about the final value after modifiers. This is called the result.

If a rule refers to the roll, use the unmodified number shown on the die.

If a rule refers to the result, apply all relevant modifiers first, then use the final value.

A player rolls a D6 and the die shows a 4.

The roll is 4.

A rule gives +1 to that value.

The result is 5.

If a rule cares about the roll, use 4.

If a rule cares about the result, use 5.

Q: What is a roll?
A: The number shown on the die before modifiers are applied.

Q: What is a result?
A: The final value after all applicable modifiers have been applied.

Q: Which value do I use if a rule cares about the natural die face?
A: Use the roll.

Q: Which value do I use if a rule cares about the modified final value?
A: Use the result.

Q: Can modifiers change the result?
A: Yes. Modifiers are applied after base values are determined unless a rule specifically says otherwise.