# Medieval-Inspired Die The Thorn Dice Set by Chuck Stover is Perfect for Dungeons & Dragons By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thorn-dice-set References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/rp_dicemaster_on_shapeways_18912.asp) & [shapeways](http://www.shapeways.com/model/126260/thorn_dice_set.html?gid=sg25282) If you're truly serious about your [Dungeons & Dragon's board game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dungeons-dragons) (or any [badass medieval game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hellfire-club-game) for that matter), then you'll need to get yourself the Thorn Dice Set. This intricate and geeky set of die will definitely make the game feel more authentic and help transport you into another era altogether. Designed by Chuck Stover, the Thorn Dice Set was created using Shapeways' RP tech. Absolutely unique, the dice set is available in various materials and colors (including silver, gold, white and black). With that being said, Stover advises potential customers to buy the stainless steel version because it "has the heft to roll correctly and feel right in your hand." Priced at an affordable $24.23, the Thorn Dice Set can also act as [interesting home decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-board-game) when not in use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Medieval-inspired Die:** Create themed dice sets for tabletop role-playing games to enhance the gaming experience. - **Board Game Accessories:** Design and produce unique and intricately detailed accessories for board games to cater to serious gamers. - **3D Printing in Gaming:** Utilize 3D printing technology to create customized and visually appealing gaming accessories for tabletop games. ### Where This Applies - **Tabletop Gaming:** Cater to the needs of tabletop gamers by creating innovative accessories that enhance the gaming experience. - **Home Decor:** Tap into the home decor market by offering visually appealing and functional decor items inspired by fantasy and gaming. - **Product Design and Manufacturing:** Leverage 3D printing technology to offer unique and customized products for various industries, including gaming and entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mechanical Vintage Dice Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wm-levsha.md) - [Beautifully Artful Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-chess-set.md) - [Multiple Dice-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d20-digital-watch.md) - [Redefined Sculptural Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom.md) - [Opulent Automotive Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-chess-set.md) - [Dice-Shaped Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unidice.md) - [Luxury Game Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-board-game.md) - [Celestial Anti-Conflict Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/another-kingdom-light-stage-chess-set.md) - [Edible Adventure Game Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummyquest.md)