Quick Answer
No, liquid core dice like the Elixir sets from FanRoll are sealed during molding and do not leak under normal use. The small bubble that forms inside is a natural part of the handcrafted process and does not affect rolling or safety.
Why the Leak Myth Persists
The idea that liquid core dice can leak likely comes from confusion with cheap liquid-filled toys or early experimental dice. Handcrafted inclusion dice, especially those from reputable makers, are molded with the liquid core fully encapsulated in solid resin. The Elixir Liquid Core Dice, for example, are polished to keep sharp edges and the liquid core is infused during the molding process, not injected afterward.
Another source of the myth is the visible bubble that forms inside the liquid core. Because the bubble moves when the dice are rolled, some players assume the dice are not fully sealed. In reality, the bubble is a harmless byproduct of the heat from molding and does not indicate a weak point or potential leak.
Durability: Do Liquid Core Dice Break Easily?
A related myth is that liquid core dice are fragile. While all resin dice can chip if dropped on hard surfaces, liquid core dice are not inherently more breakable than solid resin dice. The Elixir dice are handcrafted and polished to maintain sharp edges, which are a sign of quality workmanship, not fragility.
The key durability concern is the same as with any sharp-edged resin dice: avoid hard impacts. The liquid core itself is sealed inside and does not create a structural weakness. The bubble inside the core is constantly moving, but we have not seen an effect on rolling or integrity.
Myth vs. Fact: Liquid Core Dice
- Myth: Liquid core dice can leak during play.: Fact: The liquid core is sealed inside the resin during molding. There is no opening or seam that could leak under normal rolling conditions.
- Myth: The moving bubble means the dice are defective.: Fact: The bubble is a natural result of heat from molding and is harmless. It does not affect rolling balance or dice safety.
- Myth: Liquid core dice break more easily than solid dice.: Fact: They are as durable as other sharp-edged resin dice. Avoid hard drops on concrete or tile, but normal use on a dice tray or table is fine. Store your Elixir dice in a padded bag or tray when not in use to protect the sharp edges.
Product Facts
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Elixir Liquid Core Dice Set: Aegis of Hope: From our innovative Kickstarter, Elixir dice are infused with glittery liquid cores that swirl when rolled. Each set is handcrafted and polished to keep their beautiful sharp edges. The handcrafted molding process seals the liquid core permanently, so the dice are safe for regular tabletop use and do not leak.
Elixir Liquid Core Dice Set: Aegis of Hope
