Forge Of Empires Calculator

Your essential tool for strategic Great Building investment.

Great Building Investment Calculator

What is a Forge of Empires Calculator?

A Forge of Empires calculator is a vital tool for any serious player of the popular strategy game, Forge of Empires. Specifically, a Great Building (GB) investment calculator helps you determine the optimal number of Forge Points (FPs) to invest in a Great Building to secure contribution spots for other players. This ensures you and your guildmates can efficiently level up your Great Buildings and maximize your rewards.

Forge of Empires Calculator Formula and Explanation

The core of a Forge of Empires calculator revolves around the rewards for contributing to a Great Building. The formula to calculate the Forge Points required for a specific position is:

Required FP = (Reward for Position * (1 + Investor’s Arc Bonus)) – FPs already on position

Variable Explanations

Variable	Meaning	Unit	Typical Range
Reward for Position	The base number of Forge Points a contributor receives for securing a specific position (1st, 2nd, etc.).	Forge Points	Varies by Great Building and level
Investor’s Arc Bonus	The percentage bonus a contributor receives from their Arc Great Building.	Percentage	0% – 90% and higher
FPs already on position	The number of Forge Points already contributed to that position by another player.	Forge Points	0 to total required

Practical Examples

Example 1: Securing 1st Place on a Level 10 Arc

Let’s say a player is leveling their Arc to level 11. The total Forge Points required are 870. The reward for 1st place is 90 FPs. An investor with a 90% Arc bonus wants to secure this spot.

Input:

• Great Building: The Arc
• Level: 10 -> 11
• Owner’s FP: 0
• Investor’s Arc Bonus: 90%

Result:
The investor needs to contribute 171 FPs (90 * 1.9) to secure 1st place.

Example 2: A 1.85 Thread Contribution

A player is part of a “1.85 thread” where investors have an 85% Arc bonus.

Input:

• Great Building: Alcatraz
• Level: 25 -> 26
• Owner’s FP: 500
• Investor’s Arc Bonus: 85%

Result:
The calculator will determine the required FPs for each position based on the 1.85 rate, allowing players to quickly fill the spots.

How to Use This Forge of Empires Calculator

Using this calculator is straightforward:

1. Select the Great Building: Choose the Great Building you are leveling from the dropdown menu.
2. Enter the Great Building Level: Input the level your Great Building is currently at.
3. Enter the Owner’s Forge Points: Input the number of Forge Points you, the owner, have already contributed.
4. Enter the Investor’s Arc Bonus: Input the Arc bonus percentage of the player who will be contributing.
5. Click “Calculate”: The calculator will display the required Forge Points for each of the top 5 positions.

Key Factors That Affect Forge of Empires Calculations

• Great Building and Level: The cost and rewards for each Great Building and level are different.
• Arc Bonus: A higher Arc bonus for the investor means they will pay fewer Forge Points for their reward.
• 1.9 Threads: Many players use “1.9 threads” where everyone has a 90% Arc bonus, creating a standardized system for contributions. Our 1.9 calculator can simplify this.
• Securing Spots: The main goal of these calculations is to “secure” a spot, meaning another player cannot contribute more and take the reward.
• Sniping: This is when a player with a higher Arc bonus contributes to a spot you were planning to take, “sniping” the reward. Our sniper tool can help you avoid this.
• Self-leveling vs. Threads: Deciding whether to level a Great Building yourself or use contribution threads is a key strategic decision. A GB investment guide can help.

FAQ

What are Forge Points?

Forge Points are a primary resource in Forge of Empires, used to research technologies and level up Great Buildings. You can learn more in our guide to Forge Points.

What is The Arc?

The Arc is a Great Building that provides a bonus to the rewards received from contributing to other players’ Great Buildings.

What is a 1.9 thread?

A 1.9 thread is a group of players who all have at least a 90% Arc bonus and contribute to each other’s Great Buildings at a 1.9 rate.

Can I use this calculator for any Great Building?

Yes, this calculator is designed to work for any Great Building in Forge of Empires.

What if I make a mistake in my calculation?

Always double-check your inputs before contributing. An incorrect calculation can lead to losing a reward spot. Our common mistakes guide can be a helpful resource.

How do I get a higher Arc bonus?

You can increase your Arc’s bonus by leveling it up. We have a guide to leveling your Arc for more information.

Is it better to use a 1.8, 1.85, or 1.9 thread?

The best thread to use depends on your guild and your personal strategy. Higher rate threads are more efficient but require a higher Arc bonus.

How can I find people to contribute to my Great Buildings?

Joining an active guild is the best way to find other players to contribute to your Great Buildings.

Related Tools and Internal Resources

• 1.9 Calculator: For players in 1.9 threads.
• Sniper Tool: To help you avoid getting your contribution spots sniped.
• GB Investment Guide: A comprehensive guide to investing in Great Buildings.