For the rules of martian dice, see GameHelpMartianDice

Main Strategy

• The rule of thumb of Martian Dice is to get the most without pushing too far.
• It can be getting many of a kind, or aim for 3 types and that 3 extra points.
  • But in my opinion, the latter is better.
• This is because getting lots of a kind is not common, and you may already have 1 or 2 of that kind because you must set aside something if you can.
• If you aim for 3 types, you need at least 3 dice, which is easier.

First Roll

• If there are 4-7 death rays, set them aside.
• If not then set aside the smallest samples.

Second Roll and Onward

• If you don't have enough death rays, set some aside.
• If not then set aside the smallest uncollected samples.

When to Stop

• Stop when:
  • You get at least 5 points
  • You collect all 3 types of samples
• If the death rays are enough to defeat the tanks-who knows what will be next?

Conclusion

• Be cautious, or you will get nothing.
• Just aim for 3 types and score high.

Probability Analysis and Trainer

• If you're interested in how to calculate the most advantageous path through the rolls, you may be interested in this probability analysis.
• The article also contains a link to a Martian Dice trainer that the author created.

http://jrsaathoff.com/posts/martian-dice.html.