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The Silospen drop formula calculates the overall probability of obtaining at least one drop after multiple attempts in Diablo 2 and Diablo 2 Resurrected. It's based on the principle of independent events in probability theory.
The calculator uses the Silospen formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the probability of getting at least one successful drop after k independent attempts, each with probability p.
Details: Understanding drop probabilities helps players optimize their farming strategies, estimate time investment for rare items, and make informed decisions about which monsters or areas to farm.
Tips: Enter the drop probability per attempt (between 0 and 1) and the number of attempts (positive integer). The calculator will compute the overall probability of obtaining at least one drop.
Q1: What is a typical drop probability value in Diablo 2?
A: Drop probabilities vary greatly depending on the item and monster. Common items might have p > 0.1, while ultra-rare items can have p < 0.0001.
Q2: How accurate is this formula for actual game drops?
A: The formula provides the theoretical probability assuming independent attempts. Actual game mechanics may have additional factors, but this gives a good approximation.
Q3: Does increasing attempts always significantly improve chances?
A: Yes, but with diminishing returns. The first few attempts provide the largest increase in overall probability.
Q4: Can this be used for multiple different items?
A: The formula calculates probability for a single specific item. For multiple items, more complex probability calculations are needed.
Q5: How does Magic Find affect these calculations?
A: Magic Find increases the quality of drops but doesn't directly affect the base drop probability used in this calculation. This formula focuses on whether an item drops at all, not its quality.