🔮 D6 Pool System
Shadowrun Dice Pool Calculator (Hits & Glitch Odds)
Calculate the probability of achieving hits (5s and 6s), normal glitches (>50% 1s), and critical glitches in Shadowrun.
⚙️ Input Parameters
Real-Time Simulation 12
1 40
4
1 20
Mathematical Formula
Binomial distribution on p = 1/3 for hits, p = 1/6 for 1s
Primary Probability Result
--%
Success Probability
Fractional Odds
1 in 2.0
Failure Chance
50.0%
Client-side mathematical calculation ● 100% Deterministic
Tactical Analysis & Mathematical Context
In tabletop gaming, understanding the mathematical distribution behind your rolls allows you to make informed risk-reward decisions. Whether balancing spell slot usage in D&D 5e, evaluating an attack profile in Warhammer 40k, or weighing trade routes in Catan, knowing the exact probability mass function (PMF) turns guesswork into strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do glitches work in Shadowrun?
A glitch occurs when more than half of the dice rolled show a 1. A critical glitch occurs when a glitch happens AND you scored zero hits on the test.