In the world of tabletop gaming, dice are more than just tools for random number generation; they are artifacts of luck, strategy, and style. In this review, we’ll delve into the enchanting realm of Mystery Dice Goblins, a unique online retailer that brings a sense of adventure and surprise to the dice buying experience.
What is Mystery Dice Goblins?
Mystery Dice Goblins is an innovative online store that specializes in selling mystery dice sets for tabletop roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons. They also sell regular sets of dice and gaming accessories, but we’re here to review their “Mystery Dice.”
What sets these dice apart is the element of surprise – you don’t know exactly what you’re getting until it arrives. Kind of like how you won’t know the outcome of an attack or skill check until you roll the dice! If you know a dice goblin that loves to add a bit of chaos to their life, this is the D&D gift for them!
The Mystery Unboxing Experience
We received 3 “Full Set Mystery Bags,” each of which comes in the same generic packaging. In the Full Set Mystery bags, you get a full set of 7 dice (D4, D6, D8, D10, D12, D20, D100), and they will all be from the same “set.”
The fun begins when you crack the packs and reveal your new mystery dice!
The dice sets from Mystery Dice Goblins are a mixed bag in the best possible way. Each set is unique, featuring a variety of colors and styles. We got a set of grey dice with stone-like veins, a set of paint splatter dice, and a set of white dice with interesting pink and black accents. The dice are well-crafted, with clear numbers and smooth edges. They are pretty lightweight, but that’s to be expected from acrylic dice. While they don’t offer as satisfying a roll as metal dice, they won’t ding up your table.
If you’re looking for a more fancy set of dice, Mystery Dice Goblins do offer both filled and metal mystery sets.
The Surprise Factor
The allure of Mystery Dice Goblins lies in its unpredictability. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of TTRPGs, the surprise element makes each set a special addition to your collection.
If you’re playing a new campaign or rolling a new character, you could even consider ordering a mystery bag and basing your character off the dice you receive!
Pricing and Value
Mystery Dice Goblins offers their mystery sets at competitive prices, currently $9 USD per pack. This is on the low end of the spectrum for quality acrylic dice–especially if you buy the 3-pack or 6-pack–making them an affordable option for gamers looking to expand their collection without breaking the bank.
While you can get dice cheaper elsewhere, part of the fun of Mystery Dice Goblins lies in opening up the mystery bags to see what kind of dice you got!
Final Verdict
Mystery Dice Goblins is more than just a some faceless dice wholesaler; it’s a purveyor of excitement and mystery in the dice community. The dice we received are beautiful and high quality and the cost is reasonable for a full set of dice, plus the thrill of the unknown makes every purchase a delightful adventure!
Whether you’re gifting them to a fellow gamer or treating yourself, these dice sets are sure to bring a sense of discovery to your table.
Pros:
Unique unboxing experience.
High-quality, diverse dice sets.
Affordable pricing.
Cons:
The surprise element might not appeal to those who prefer specific styles or colors.
4/5
Good
While every pack is a mystery, you know you’ll receive good quality dice for a fair price with Mystery Dice Goblins!
Mike Bernier is the lead content writer and founder of Arcane Eye. He is a Adamantine best-selling author of Strixhaven: A Syllabus of Sorcery on DMs Guild and is a contributing author at D&D Beyond.
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