In a bizarre resurgence of what historians of the game are calling a “deeply traditional and somewhat questionable practice,” several Dungeons & Dragons enthusiasts are reverting to the ancient dice-rolling technique of expelling a D20 from their nostrils, sources confirmed Thursday.
This method, known among the D&D community as “Nasal Yeet,” dates back to the earliest basement gatherings of the game’s pioneers. It was initially abandoned due to several ‘unfortunate incidents’ and general sanitary concerns. However, a growing number of modern players are embracing this nose-blowing technique, seeking the “authentic randomness” it provides.
“I was going through my granddad’s D&D stuff, and I found this old, crusty D20,” shared Jake “DungeonSniffer” McGowan, self-proclaimed leader of the movement. “There was a note about the rolling technique. I thought, ‘Hey, let’s blow this party!’ Literally. It was a critical hit—right into my cat’s food bowl.”
While some in the community dismiss the trend as a “gross misdemeanor of nasal abuse,” others argue it’s no more bizarre than speaking in a fake British accent or believing you can cast spells.
Dr. Fiona Flannery, a historian of role-playing games, provided context: “In the 1970s, everything was experimental, including how you launched your dice. The nose method fell out of favor for obvious health and safety reasons, not to mention the incidents of dice becoming, well, lodged. Seeing it return is like watching someone try to reinvent the pet rock—a curious mix of nostalgia and unnecessary risk.”
Despite critics, practitioners of the ‘Nasal Yeet’ continue to swear by its effectiveness. “You haven’t lived until you’ve snorted a crit,” argued McGowan, shortly before a sneeze sent his D20 ricocheting off a ceiling fan.
D&D’s publisher, Wizards of the Coast, released a statement highlighting that while they celebrate diverse play styles, they won’t be held liable for any dice-related sinus injuries. They also recommended that any players engaging in this practice should have a “Cleric on speed dial.”
As the trend gains traction, game nights across the country are being peppered with the unmistakable sound of dice rattling through nasal cavities, marking a new, albeit mucus-filled, chapter in D&D history.