Diceros

title: "Diceros" weaponClass: "Pistol" rarity: "Base" baseDamage: 250000 rpm: 150 mag: 6 reload: 2.0 headshotMultiplier: 1.5

At a Glance

The Diceros is a base-rarity revolver that treats every shot like a small artillery strike. With a 250000 base damage value — the highest in the entire pistol category — Diceros is built around a single brutal premise: you do not get many shots, but the ones you take should drop a target.

The 150 RPM and 6-round magazine make it clear this is not a sustained-fire weapon. This is a precision sidearm meant for finishing wounded enemies, breaking armor in a panic, or delivering a single decisive headshot when your primary is empty. The 2.0 second reload sits in the middle of the pistol class — slower than D50, faster than most named sidearms — and the 1.5x headshot multiplier is class-standard.

Last reviewed: 2026-04-25 - TU22.1 - Verified vs in-game

Stats

Core numbers

• Base damage: 250000 per shot
• Rate of fire: 150 RPM
• Magazine: 6 rounds
• Reload: 2.0 seconds (full)
• Headshot multiplier: 1.5x
• Optimal range: 0-35m
• Damage falloff start: ~30m
• Aim down sights time: ~0.25s

Damage output

• Body DPS (sustained): ~625K
• Headshot DPS (sustained): ~937K
• Burst (mag dump, body): 6 shots x 250K = 1.5M in roughly 2.4 seconds
• Time-to-kill on a 1M HP red bar: under 1.5 seconds

Handling

Diceros has heavy single-shot recoil characteristic of revolvers. The vertical kick is significant and the pattern punishes rapid trigger pulls, but it is predictable enough that experienced players can land four or five rounds in quick succession with practiced control. ADS speed is fast for the class, which keeps Diceros viable as a snap weapon, and the slightly longer optimal range than most pistols gives it real reach.

Talent

Diceros talent profile

As a base-rarity weapon, Diceros does not carry a fixed exotic-tier talent. Instead it benefits from the standard talent pool available on high-quality rolls — Eyeless, Sadist, Optimist, In Sync and similar options. The strength of the chassis means a good talent roll turns Diceros into a top-tier sidearm.

The most popular talent pairings reward burst damage or skill synergy. Optimist is a strong choice because the small magazine keeps the buff active. Eyeless rewards the headshot-focused play that Diceros enables, and Sadist works well for status-effect hybrid builds.

Practical tips

• Roll for Optimist or a swap-active talent for the best fit
• Treat each shot as deliberate — the magazine punishes spray
• Pair with brand bonuses that boost pistol damage
• Use it as a panic-button finisher rather than a sustained tool

Top Builds

Burst Sidearm Finisher

Four-piece Striker plus Coyote's Mask plus Walker, Harris and Co. holster. Diceros becomes a panic-button when your primary empties or an elite breaks through your damage rotation. With Striker stacks plus a swap talent, body shots hit 400-500K and headshots can reach 750K-plus.

Sokolov Marksman Pistol

Three-piece Sokolov plus Empress Plate Carrier plus Picaro's Holster. Sokolov boosts pistol damage and damage to elites, and Diceros's high per-shot value scales naturally with both. Strong for raid and Heroic content where elite deletion matters.

Skill Hybrid

Three-piece Hard Wired plus Sokolov chest plus China Light. Diceros covers the damage gap when skills are on cooldown. The high per-shot damage means even three shots significantly impact a yellow bar.

PvE-PvP

PvE

In PvE, Diceros is one of the strongest base-rarity sidearms in the game. The 250K base damage is high enough to make every shot meaningful, and the slightly extended optimal range gives it more flexibility than most pistols. It is a popular pick for solo Heroic, Countdown, and any content where you want a panic-button finisher that hits like a primary.

The 6-round magazine and 2.0 second reload mean Diceros is not a sustained-fire option — but for burst engagements, especially against single high-HP targets, it competes with most named pistols and outperforms many.

PvP

In Conflict, Diceros is a feared sidearm. The 250K base damage means a couple of clean body shots is often a kill, and a clean headshot is almost always one. The slightly slower fire rate compared to D50 is offset by the higher per-shot ceiling, which makes Diceros the preferred choice for players who prioritize damage spikes over sustained pressure.

In the Dark Zone, Diceros is excellent for clutch fights and high-stakes pushes. The damage profile makes it a real threat at any range up to 30m, and the high ceiling per shot can flip duels that lower-damage pistols would lose.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• 250K base damage is the highest in the pistol class
• Slightly extended optimal range compared to most pistols
• Talent flexibility through high-quality rolls
• Strong burst potential, viable as a primary finisher
• Effective in PvE and PvP

Cons

• 6-round magazine punishes mistakes
• 2.0 second reload is moderate, not fast
• 150 RPM is slower than most sidearms
• Heavy recoil requires deliberate trigger control
• Needs a good talent roll to maximize value

FAQ

Diceros or D50?

Diceros has higher per-shot damage but slower fire rate and reload. D50 has more sustained DPS through faster fire rate. For pure burst, Diceros. For continuous sidearm pressure, D50. Many players keep both for different builds.

Is a base-rarity revolver really worth a build slot?

Yes. The 250K base damage is unmatched by any named pistol in raw per-shot output, and the talent flexibility lets you tune it to your specific build needs.

What is the best talent to roll?

Optimist is consistent because the small magazine keeps the buff active. Eyeless rewards headshot-focused play, and Sadist suits status-effect builds. Avoid talents that need many shots to ramp up.

Can Diceros one-shot enemies?

Headshots reliably one-shot reds and most purples. Yellow bars typically take two clean headshots or three to four body shots.

How does it compare to named pistols like Liberty?

Liberty has a fixed talent and unique mechanics. Diceros has higher raw per-shot damage but no built-in special interaction. They serve different niches and many builds keep both.

Closing

Diceros is the revolver that makes the pistol slot feel like a heavy-hitter again. The 250K base damage, slightly extended range and burst-oriented design produce a sidearm that competes directly with named pistols and frequently wins on raw stats. It is not for sustained fire — the small magazine and slower fire rate keep it firmly in the burst category — but for the role it is built to fill, Diceros is one of the most lethal pistols in The Division 2's TU22.1 sandbox. If you find one with a solid talent roll, it deserves a permanent slot in your stash.