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Message: <blockquote data-quote="irdeggman" data-source="post: 2625152" data-attributes="member: 16285">d20 is the base die used for all resolutons (attack rolls, skill checks, saving throws, etc.).The other die types are used for effect rolls - like damage.In order to determine a hit figure out the opponents AC (armor class) that is the target number you must reach with a roll on a d20.  Other things can add (or subtract to that roll total). All classes have a BAB (Base Attack Bonus) - see the class table for the exact number. This number adds to all attack rolls made.For melee (e.g., hand to hand or hand held weapons) add the Strength modify to the attack roll (d20 + BAB + STR mod) the result is your attack roll. If this equals or exceed the targets AC yuo hit and then can roll damage. The damage type is based on the weapon used. For example a short sword uses a 1d6 for damage and a long sword used a 1d8. You then roll this die to calculate damage and add (or subtract) your STR modifier to the roll.For ranged attacks use your Dexterity modifer for your attack roll but there is no modifier for damage. Well there is you have a compound bow (which has a STR mod rating that adds your STR mod to damage).I hope that helps some.</blockquote>