Board Game Arena

So far, I have been exceedingly unlucky at this game. Any tips on what I might be doing wrong? I just played a 1 on 1. On maybe the 2nd turn, my opponent(1 space in front of me) makes the turn, and all i need is an 8 on the d12, but roll a 7. It happens, I get it. Then he proceeds to roll exactly wh...