Roll initiative

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An example of roll initiative in popular culture, from a discussion of the 2006 North Korean nuclear test on fark.com
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An example of roll initiative in popular culture, from a discussion of the 2006 North Korean nuclear test on fark.com

Roll initiative is the phrase that begins nearly all tabletop Role-Playing Games. In the most common, Dungeons & Dragons, it is said by the Dungeon Master at the start of gameplay, at which point the players take turns rolling the die or dice to establish their first move(s).

[edit] Roll Initiative in Popular Culture

The phrase is iconic among many geeks, and it used often when a fight or argument looks likely, or is getting started. It is also a popular phrase on geek-related clothing and fandoms.

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