Expert Reviewer: David Chen, PoE Mechanics Specialist & Quantitative Analyst
Optimize your Path of Exile gear progression with our Vorici Calculator PoE. This tool calculates the statistical probability of obtaining specific socket colors based on item requirements and compares the costs of using Chromatic Orbs versus fixed Crafting Bench recipes.
Vorici Calculator PoE
Desired Socket Colors:
Vorici Calculator PoE Formula
$P(color) = \frac{Weight_{color}}{\sum Weights}$
Source: PoE Wiki – Chromatic Orb Mechanics
Variables:
- Total Sockets: The number of sockets currently on your item (Max 6).
- Attribute Requirements: The STR, DEX, and INT requirements listed on the item. These heavily influence the “natural” roll bias.
- Desired Colors: The specific combination of Red, Green, and Blue sockets you need for your gem setup.
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What is Vorici Calculator PoE?
The Vorici Calculator PoE (also known as the Chromatic Orb Calculator) is a statistical tool used by Path of Exile players to solve the “off-color” problem. In PoE, items are biased toward rolling socket colors that match their attribute requirements. For example, a pure Strength plate is much more likely to roll Red sockets than Green or Blue.
Using this calculator allows players to decide whether they should spam Chromatic Orbs manually or use the Crafting Bench’s guaranteed recipes (formerly associated with the NPC Vorici). By calculating the “Expected Cost,” you can avoid wasting thousands of orbs on low-probability outcomes.
How to Calculate Vorici Calculator PoE (Example)
- Check your item’s requirements (e.g., 150 Dexterity).
- Note your desired colors (e.g., 4 Blue sockets on a Dex base).
- Calculate the weight: Blue weight is 10, Dexterity weight is 160.
- Determine the probability of an off-color roll: $10 / (160 + 10 + 10) \approx 5.5\%$.
- Compare the cost of manual clicking vs. the “At Least 3 Blue” bench recipe (120 Chromatics).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does item level affect socket colors? No, item level only affects the maximum number of sockets, not the weight of the colors.
What are “Off-Colors”? These are socket colors that do not match the item’s primary attribute requirements.
Is the Jeweller’s Method better? For items with 1-4 sockets, using the “Socket Number” bench craft to force colors one by one is often cheaper for 4+ off-colors.
Can I get 6 off-colors? Yes, but it is statistically rare and usually requires the Crafting Bench or Tainted Chromatic Orbs for corrupted items.