Straight From the Lab, Into Your Dice Bag
Chessex Lab Dice are exactly what they sound like — experimental colourways and finishes that don't fit neatly into the standard Chessex lineup. These are the sets that come out of the testing process: unusual combinations, limited runs, and one-off colour experiments that serious dice collectors keep an eye out for. What you get varies, but the Chessex quality standard doesn't.
Chessex Quality, Unexpected Results
Chessex has been producing hobby dice for decades, and their Lab sets carry that same commitment to legible numerals, consistent sizing, and durable acrylic construction. The appeal here isn't uniformity — it's the opposite. Lab Dice exist because some colour combinations are too interesting to discard and too unusual to anchor a full product line. Ink colours and swirl patterns will vary, which is part of what makes them worth picking up when you see them.
What's in the Set
This is a partial polyhedral set containing three dice: a d4, a d6, and a d8. This is not a complete 7-piece RPG set — buyers who need a full polyhedral spread for tabletop play will want to note the contents carefully. That said, these three pieces make a great addition to an existing collection, a handy backup for worn favourites, or a low-commitment way to try a Chessex Lab colourway before hunting down a full set.
Who'll Want These
Chessex Lab Dice are a natural fit for collectors who enjoy hunting unusual colourways, players building out a mixed custom set, or anyone who wants to add a bit of Chessex's experimental side to their dice bag. They also make a solid small gift for a tabletop gamer — the Lab branding signals something a little more interesting than a standard shelf set. Compatible with D&D 5e, Pathfinder, and any other system that uses standard polyhedral dice.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Chessex |
| Material | Acrylic |
| Finish | Lab / Experimental (varies) |
| Set Count | 3 dice |
| Includes | d4, d6, d8 |
| Storage | Not specified |





