{"product_id":"african-blackwood-dnd-dice-set","title":"African Blackwood DND Dice Set","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAfrican Blackwood Dice — Darkness Refined to Perfection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Blackwood is one of the rarest and most coveted timbers on earth — so dense it barely floats, so dark it absorbs light rather than reflecting it. Each set of African Blackwood Dice is cut from solid timber, producing a surface that reads as near-pure black with almost no visible grain variation. The result is a die that looks less like wood and more like something carved from obsidian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the table, these dice carry a presence that’s hard to explain and impossible to ignore. There’s no warmth, no softness — just a cold, absolute authority that lands with weight every time they hit the mat. For players whose characters operate in shadow, these are the only dice that make sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAfrican Blackwood Dice Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e African Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) — one of the world’s densest and most prized hardwoods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep black to pure black — surface grain is nearly invisible, giving each die a uniform, monolithic appearance with exceptional depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD20 — 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD12 — 19.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD10 — 22 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD8 — 26.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD6 — 15.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD4 — 19.5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black dice box with contoured foam insert and individual die slots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAfrican Blackwood Dice — Class \u0026amp; Character Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Blackwood’s absolute darkness and unyielding density make it the definitive choice for characters who were forged in the deep places of the world — those who thrive where light doesn’t reach:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrow (Dark Elf)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Born in the Underdark, shaped by shadow and survival. The pure black surface of African Blackwood mirrors the Drow’s world — beautiful, dangerous, and utterly without mercy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuergar (Grey Dwarf)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Hardened by centuries beneath the stone, the Duergar’s iron will finds its match in the densest wood on the planet. These dice don’t bend. Neither do they.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAfrican Blackwood Dice — Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Blackwood is extraordinarily hard and naturally oily — it requires less maintenance than almost any other wood dice, but a few habits will keep it at its best:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe with a \u003cstrong\u003edry microfiber cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain the deep black luster — the natural oils in the wood do most of the work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo additional oiling is typically needed — African Blackwood’s self-oiling properties keep it conditioned naturally over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in the included foam box to protect the surface from contact scratches — despite its hardness, the finish can show fine marks from abrasive surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to very dry environments — while highly stable, extreme aridity can cause surface checking in any wood over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAfrican Blackwood Dice — Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d1d1d1;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:10px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;background:#f9f9f9\"\u003e▼ Is African Blackwood actually black, or does it just look dark?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-top:1px solid #d1d1d1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Blackwood is genuinely one of the darkest natural woods in existence. Its heartwood ranges from very dark brown to near-pure black, with grain so fine and tight that the surface reads as a single, uniform color. No dyes or stains are used — what you see is the wood itself. Some pieces may show the faintest hint of dark grain under direct light, but the overall appearance is unmistakably black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d1d1d1;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:10px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;background:#f9f9f9\"\u003e▼ How do the numbers show up on such a dark surface?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-top:1px solid #d1d1d1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe numerals are engraved into the surface and filled or highlighted to ensure readability against the black background. The contrast is intentional and carefully considered — the numbers are clearly legible at the table without disrupting the die’s sleek, dark aesthetic. If you have questions about specific number finishes, feel free to contact us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"border:1px solid #d1d1d1;border-radius:6px;margin-bottom:10px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003cdetails style=\"margin:0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;background:#f9f9f9\"\u003e▼ Why is African Blackwood considered such a premium material?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding:12px 16px;border-top:1px solid #d1d1d1\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Blackwood (Dalbergia melanoxylon) is one of the world’s most expensive and sought-after tonewoods — traditionally used in high-end musical instruments like clarinets and oboes. It’s exceptionally dense, naturally oily, dimensionally stable, and takes an extraordinarily fine finish. In dice form, these properties translate to a set that feels heavier, smoother, and more refined than virtually any other wood option on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bear Dice","offers":[{"title":"Beechwood Dice Set","offer_id":47810289467586,"sku":"BDDGFA00115","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/5237\/6258\/files\/37.webp?v=1781521268","url":"https:\/\/beardice.com\/products\/african-blackwood-dnd-dice-set","provider":"Bear Dice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}