crit multipliers and ... more multipliers?

[bitbug]

Double damage in D&D 3e means roll twice.

The notable thing here is that rolling double dice reduces variance, which makes getting a killer result significantly harder than doubling the rolled damage.

 

[bitbug]

("OK, guys, while I roll my 96d6, you can take the cigarette break" )

You need to get your Champions die-rolling skills updated

 

[Dr. Zoom]

The notable thing here is that rolling double dice reduces variance, which makes getting a killer result significantly harder than doubling the rolled damage.

Exactly. It also greatly reduces the odds of getting a crappy result.