⚔️ 10th Edition Rules

Lethal Hits & Sustained Hits Efficiency Calculator

Compare the damage output boost between Lethal Hits (crit auto-wounds) and Sustained Hits 1 or 2 (bonus hits on 6s).

⚙️ Input Parameters

Real-Time Simulation
20
1 100
1
1 3
Mathematical Formula
Lethal bypasses wound roll; Sustained adds extra attacks
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

Is Lethal Hits or Sustained Hits better against high toughness?

Lethal Hits is dramatically better against high Toughness targets (where you would otherwise wound on 5+ or 6+), because critical 6s completely bypass the difficult wound roll. Sustained Hits is superior against low Toughness targets where wound rolls are already easy (2+ or 3+).

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