This is the most thorough and clear tutorial on Dice Masters ever. Since the attack and block part kinda don't make sense to some extent, especially the part where damage is dealt mutually, I had been having a problem understanding and remembering it until watching your clip.
@DMArmada posted this on twitter for the giveaway. Ive been playing this game since it came out and have seen a few tutorials for the game, but this one is my favorite and the video I recommend when I am trying to get new people into the game.
Would you please make a video covering different play styles, responding to your opponent's moves on their turn and anything resembling "the stack" from MTG?
I collected some of these cards and dice before. And then I found out the game needs sidekicks which can only be found on deck packs which I can't find around where I live.
I always loved Dice masters but never got too deep in it because the scene never really developed and every one stopped playing it. So I have the Uncanny Xmen and Yhigioh set gathering dust, I decided to take it out and see if my gf liked it because I saw the TMNT turtles in a half shell set on a store for only 15$ and I got very tempted but I did not know if I was going to give it good use. So we sat and played to Xmen set witch I lost some of the dice and cards. But she liked it and we played a game after that one and then another. So I got the set and we like it a lot. I got the spiderman starter set for only 10$ today. I was wondering. Are there any other stand alone sets like the TMNT one? I'm not thinking on getting in the competitive scene I just want to casual play with my GF. BTW you got yourself a new subscriber. Keep up with the dice masters content!
Excellent video tutorial for an excellent dice game. Congratulations. Please I need you some help about one point. Please correct me if I am wrong. On the first round of the game, you take 4 dice from the bag but only roll 3. The 4th goes to Used Pile. That's clear to me. The question is...If you roll a Sidekick and you want to keep it, this one can be fielded but CAN´T ATTACK. Is that correct? Thank you very much. Best regards.
That is correct! Also note that when you go first, the 4th die goes to the Spent Pile or Transition Zone rather than the Used Pile, meaning you can't interact with it via globals on that first turn.
@@DMArmada Thak you very very much. You helped me a lot. Of course, I meant that the 4th die goes to Spent/In transit zone. Related to that, I can´t understand why Wizkids continues printing their playmats like the first set in 2014 (without "In transit/Spent" zone). I love your channel; the standard bearer of this awsome game. Regards.
Great guide! Could you make an in-depth guide about the attack step? Last time we played the new WH40K sets we got a bit confused about what comes after what, esp. with the new range ability. The biggest issue for us: A) Declare attackers, when attack abilities, declare blockers, when block abilities, attacker globals, blocker globals, range, combat dmg, KO. or B) Declare attackers, when attack abilities, range, declare blockers, when block abilities, attacker globals, blocker globals, combat dmg, KO. Or non of the above, the problem is the once blocked is always blocked doctrine. Because if we could use range before blockers decleared (and as I know it is a when attacks ab), we could KO dice before they could be decleared as blockers, so less blockers to deal with. Probably Im more confused about this as I should be. Thx for the help in advance!
I'd check out my range keyword video for more clarification, but in short, B is closer to correct. Range is a when attacks ability that triggers after attackers are declared but before blockers. It is ability damage and not combat damage. Think of it like breath weapon. Just because a die used breath weapon doesn't mean it can't also deal combat damage later in the attack step.
If I have Jubilee X-Men Field Leader and my opponent has Mystique Freedom Force. When Jubilee activates her ability it does 1 damage to opponent and 1 extra damage to a character die. Mystique reduce damage from my characters abilites by 1. In this case, if I assign the extra damage to an opponent’s character die, Mystique reduces both damages by 1 since were given to different targets, or does it just reduce 1 damage?
Great video. Everything was clearly showed. But I have 1 problem with this game. Attack step. Maybe it's because I don't understand English-language in 100%. I need to see how it works with attack and defense. When I've started to play just watched on numbers on dices. And just dice with bigger number of attack than other have in defense win. But that other dice can win with stronger dice. Maybe that other dice can make damage when can defending. But how if is weaker? In some videos I saw it and don't know how it's possible. 😅
Angelus Rufus two dice can block one. The defenders get to hit the big one and maybe take it out. There are other cards that help smaller dice beat bugger ones, too!
@@DMArmada Something like when I am using "Iron Man Pro Reg"? Whose give additional 2D target character die (only character or sidekick too?). Much thanks.
Have you ever played TMNT DIcemasters? The rules of play appear to be same but the set up is different. Like, I think you only have two characters and there’s a common area to buy dice from. But, there’s nothing to say what determines these cards.
I have! TMNT is an expansion to DM that introduces more cards to the game. It's got the same rules, the rulebook just changes up the startup game to make things more flavorful and thematic!
+DMArmada It was the set up that I wasn’t understanding. In the beginning of the rulebook it’s just a picture with no explanation, then it goes on to how to play. If you fast-forward about 10 pages it gives an explanation of set up. I kind of jumped the gun in asking questions not realizing set up was going to be in the middle of the book. I really do appreciate your response, thank you
@@DMArmada It's basically MTG but with no mana pool. 4 different types of cards, Forwards (characters), Backups (supports), Summons (sorcery/instants) & Monsters (artifacts/handtraps). Each card you have produces Crystal Points (mana) when discarded to pay for cards being put out on field. "Short" version but you decide what cards you want to discard in order to play the one you would need or want. Try it out if you get a chance.
as the current active player, ive rolled the BAC die for Betrayal on its action side... am i allowed to hold onto this die in my reserve to use during my inactive player turn... hoping to activate it when the active player (opponent) has increase his number of characters in his field?
This is the most thorough and clear tutorial on Dice Masters ever.
Since the attack and block part kinda don't make sense to some extent, especially the part where damage is dealt mutually, I had been having a problem understanding and remembering it until watching your clip.
Well done. So clear and patient, you’d make a superb teacher.
Great to have a newly updated tutorial on this game. It's very concise and comprehensive, wish I had this tutorial when I started playing last year!
boomerangfreak that's my bad! I've been dreading making it because of how time intensive it is, but I'm glad I did!
@@DMArmada I can understand that yes, me and a lot of others are happy you did. I already sent it to 2 of my friends that need a touch up :P
@DMArmada posted this on twitter for the giveaway. Ive been playing this game since it came out and have seen a few tutorials for the game, but this one is my favorite and the video I recommend when I am trying to get new people into the game.
Nice straightforward video for basic learning.
@DMArmada Posted this on Facebook for the giveaway comp as it really helped me to get started in Dice Masters! Cheers fella!
Awesome! I hope it helps others just as much!
Thanks, man. I've taught some of my friends how to play Dice Masters, and I can say pretty much cover every base on this video.
Best how to play video out there. I'm getting my first campaign box (Warhammer) tomorrow, looking forward to lots of fun 😀
Ariel Sanchez thanks, I put a lot of work into these how to plays!
@@DMArmada excellent, keep up the good work. I'm getting started in DM and this is my go to channel
Ariel Sanchez awesome, welcome to the game!
I'd really like an explanation of some of the keywords: how they work, and when they're good on cards, or bad.
Great job DM! Lucan is already putting this video to good use, as a bunch of kids from his school are inquiring about how to play!
Arge O'Neal awesome! I hope they find it both helpful and enjoyable!
Would you please make a video covering different play styles, responding to your opponent's moves on their turn and anything resembling "the stack" from MTG?
I think i know who my ace will be for this! Breaker the magical warrior counterspell!
Actually wait no even better! My ace will be Black luster soldier Fearsome Fighter!
The priority system is quite confusing. I finally have it straight, but I do feel a video explaining it would be worth while.
I have questions about fancy plays... Brb
I collected some of these cards and dice before. And then I found out the game needs sidekicks which can only be found on deck packs which I can't find around where I live.
Good job.
Thank you
I always loved Dice masters but never got too deep in it because the scene never really developed and every one stopped playing it. So I have the Uncanny Xmen and Yhigioh set gathering dust, I decided to take it out and see if my gf liked it because I saw the TMNT turtles in a half shell set on a store for only 15$ and I got very tempted but I did not know if I was going to give it good use. So we sat and played to Xmen set witch I lost some of the dice and cards. But she liked it and we played a game after that one and then another. So I got the set and we like it a lot. I got the spiderman starter set for only 10$ today. I was wondering. Are there any other stand alone sets like the TMNT one? I'm not thinking on getting in the competitive scene I just want to casual play with my GF. BTW you got yourself a new subscriber. Keep up with the dice masters content!
Awesome video! Thanks!
Excellent video tutorial for an excellent dice game. Congratulations.
Please I need you some help about one point.
Please correct me if I am wrong.
On the first round of the game, you take 4 dice from the bag but only roll 3. The 4th goes to Used Pile.
That's clear to me. The question is...If you roll a Sidekick and you want to keep it, this one can be fielded but CAN´T ATTACK.
Is that correct? Thank you very much.
Best regards.
That is correct! Also note that when you go first, the 4th die goes to the Spent Pile or Transition Zone rather than the Used Pile, meaning you can't interact with it via globals on that first turn.
@@DMArmada Thak you very very much. You helped me a lot.
Of course, I meant that the 4th die goes to Spent/In transit zone.
Related to that, I can´t understand why Wizkids continues printing their playmats like the first set in 2014 (without "In transit/Spent" zone).
I love your channel; the standard bearer of this awsome game.
Regards.
Great guide! Could you make an in-depth guide about the attack step? Last time we played the new WH40K sets we got a bit confused about what comes after what, esp. with the new range ability. The biggest issue for us:
A) Declare attackers, when attack abilities, declare blockers, when block abilities, attacker globals, blocker globals, range, combat dmg, KO.
or
B) Declare attackers, when attack abilities, range, declare blockers, when block abilities, attacker globals, blocker globals, combat dmg, KO.
Or non of the above, the problem is the once blocked is always blocked doctrine. Because if we could use range before blockers decleared (and as I know it is a when attacks ab), we could KO dice before they could be decleared as blockers, so less blockers to deal with. Probably Im more confused about this as I should be. Thx for the help in advance!
I'd check out my range keyword video for more clarification, but in short, B is closer to correct. Range is a when attacks ability that triggers after attackers are declared but before blockers. It is ability damage and not combat damage. Think of it like breath weapon. Just because a die used breath weapon doesn't mean it can't also deal combat damage later in the attack step.
Thx for the help!
Great video!
If I have Jubilee X-Men Field Leader and my opponent has Mystique Freedom Force. When Jubilee activates her ability it does 1 damage to opponent and 1 extra damage to a character die. Mystique reduce damage from my characters abilites by 1. In this case, if I assign the extra damage to an opponent’s character die, Mystique reduces both damages by 1 since were given to different targets, or does it just reduce 1 damage?
Great video. Everything was clearly showed. But I have 1 problem with this game. Attack step. Maybe it's because I don't understand English-language in 100%. I need to see how it works with attack and defense. When I've started to play just watched on numbers on dices. And just dice with bigger number of attack than other have in defense win. But that other dice can win with stronger dice. Maybe that other dice can make damage when can defending. But how if is weaker? In some videos I saw it and don't know how it's possible. 😅
Angelus Rufus two dice can block one. The defenders get to hit the big one and maybe take it out. There are other cards that help smaller dice beat bugger ones, too!
@@DMArmada Something like when I am using "Iron Man Pro Reg"? Whose give additional 2D target character die (only character or sidekick too?). Much thanks.
Have you ever played TMNT DIcemasters? The rules of play appear to be same but the set up is different. Like, I think you only have two characters and there’s a common area to buy dice from. But, there’s nothing to say what determines these cards.
I have! TMNT is an expansion to DM that introduces more cards to the game. It's got the same rules, the rulebook just changes up the startup game to make things more flavorful and thematic!
+DMArmada It was the set up that I wasn’t understanding. In the beginning of the rulebook it’s just a picture with no explanation, then it goes on to how to play. If you fast-forward about 10 pages it gives an explanation of set up. I kind of jumped the gun in asking questions not realizing set up was going to be in the middle of the book. I really do appreciate your response, thank you
great video for a 101
As far as CCG type games go, I only play Dice Masters and Final Fantasy TCG, sadly the scene around Denver for both are barely existant.
Nahum Flores I've never heard of a final fantasy trading card game. What is that like? That sounds cool!
@@DMArmada It's basically MTG but with no mana pool. 4 different types of cards, Forwards (characters), Backups (supports), Summons (sorcery/instants) & Monsters (artifacts/handtraps). Each card you have produces Crystal Points (mana) when discarded to pay for cards being put out on field. "Short" version but you decide what cards you want to discard in order to play the one you would need or want. Try it out if you get a chance.
@@nahumflores6280 the FF card game is fantastic, but I could never find anyone to play in my area :(
as the current active player, ive rolled the BAC die for Betrayal on its action side... am i allowed to hold onto this die in my reserve to use during my inactive player turn... hoping to activate it when the active player (opponent) has increase his number of characters in his field?
No. The die would move to the used pile at the end of your turn.
Great update, loved this vid.
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