What is 4d6 drop lowest?

You roll four six-sided dice and drop the single lowest result, then sum the remaining three. This gives a score between 3 and 18 with a higher average than straight 3d6, and is the most common method in D&D 5e.

How does point buy work in D&D 5e?

You start with 27 points and raise ability scores from a base of 8. Scores 8–13 cost 1 point each; 14 costs 7 points and 15 costs 9 points. No score can start below 8 or above 15 before racial bonuses.

What is the standard array?

The standard array is a fixed set of six scores — 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8 — that you assign to your six abilities in any order. It gives a consistent, balanced starting point for every character.

How is the ability modifier calculated?

The modifier equals floor((score - 10) / 2). A score of 10 or 11 gives +0; 12–13 gives +1; 14–15 gives +2; 16–17 gives +3; 18 gives +4; 8–9 gives -1, and so on.

Can I reroll individual scores?

With 4d6 drop lowest or 3d6 straight you can click Roll Again to regenerate all six scores. Individual rerolls are not supported — your DM may house-rule those.

D&D Ability Score Roller

Name: D&D Ability Score Roller
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Author: Nham Vu

Generate D&D 5e ability scores using 4d6 drop lowest, 3d6 straight, point buy, or standard array — with modifiers calculated instantly.

Rolling Method

4d6 Drop Lowest

Roll 4d6, drop the lowest die

3d6 Straight

Roll three d6s, no drops

Point Buy

27 points, scores 8–15

Standard Array

15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8

Total —

Average —

Select a method and click Roll Scores to begin.

Your six ability scores will appear here.

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Summary

Generate D&D 5e ability scores using 4d6 drop lowest, 3d6 straight, point buy, or standard array — with modifiers calculated instantly.

How it works

Choose a rolling method: 4d6 Drop Lowest, 3d6 Straight, Point Buy, or Standard Array.
Click Roll Scores (or for Point Buy, adjust the sliders to allocate your 27 points).
All six ability scores appear with their modifiers automatically calculated.
Drag scores between ability slots to assign them to Strength, Dexterity, and other stats.
Click Roll Again to generate a fresh set using the same method.
Use the copy button to copy all six scores to your clipboard.

Use cases

Roll a D&D 5e character before your next session without digging for dice.
Compare rolling methods to decide which gives your group the best power level.
Use point buy for a balanced character with no random variance.
Assign standard array scores quickly for tournament or one-shot play.
Generate multiple sets of rolls and pick your favorite.
Calculate modifiers instantly without manual subtraction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-07-01 · Reviewed by Nham Vu