Skyrim Potions Calculator

Skyrim Potion Potency & Value Calculator

Unravel the mysteries of Skyrim's alchemy system! This calculator helps you determine the final magnitude, duration, and estimated value of your potions based on your skill, perks, and gear enchantments. Master the art of potion-making to create the most powerful elixirs in Tamriel.

function calculatePotion() { var alchemySkill = parseFloat(document.getElementById('alchemySkill').value) || 0; var fortifyAlchemyGear = parseFloat(document.getElementById('fortifyAlchemyGear').value) || 0; var fortifyAlchemyPotion = parseFloat(document.getElementById('fortifyAlchemyPotion').value) || 0; var alchemistRank = parseFloat(document.getElementById('alchemistRank').value) || 0; var baseMagnitude = parseFloat(document.getElementById('baseMagnitude').value) || 0; var baseDuration = parseFloat(document.getElementById('baseDuration').value) || 0; var baseValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById('baseValue').value) || 0; var physicianPerk = document.getElementById('physicianPerk').checked; var benefactorPerk = document.getElementById('benefactorPerk').checked; var seekerOfSorcery = document.getElementById('seekerOfSorcery').checked; // Clamp inputs to reasonable Skyrim ranges alchemySkill = Math.max(0, Math.min(100, alchemySkill)); fortifyAlchemyGear = Math.max(0, fortifyAlchemyGear); fortifyAlchemyPotion = Math.max(0, fortifyAlchemyPotion); alchemistRank = Math.max(0, Math.min(5, alchemistRank)); baseMagnitude = Math.max(0, baseMagnitude); baseDuration = Math.max(0, baseDuration); baseValue = Math.max(0, baseValue); // Base multiplier from skill and fortify enchantments/potions var potencyMultiplier = 1; // Alchemy Skill (0.5% per skill point, so 50% at 100 skill) potencyMultiplier *= (1 + (alchemySkill / 100) * 0.5); // Fortify Alchemy Gear & Potion potencyMultiplier *= (1 + (fortifyAlchemyGear / 100) + (fortifyAlchemyPotion / 100)); // Alchemist Perk potencyMultiplier *= (1 + alchemistRank * 0.20); // Seeker of Sorcery (Dragonborn DLC) if (seekerOfSorcery) { potencyMultiplier *= 1.10; } // Physician Perk (for Health, Stamina, Magicka effects) var physicianBonus = 1; if (physicianPerk) { physicianBonus = 1.25; } // Benefactor Perk (for beneficial effects, primarily affects value or when making for others) var benefactorBonus = 1; if (benefactorPerk) { benefactorBonus = 1.25; } // Calculate Final Magnitude and Duration var finalMagnitude = baseMagnitude * potencyMultiplier * physicianBonus; var finalDuration = baseDuration * potencyMultiplier * physicianBonus; // Calculate Final Value (simplified, actual game value is more complex and depends on effect combinations) // Base value is multiplied by potency, and then by benefactor if applicable. var finalValue = baseValue * potencyMultiplier * benefactorBonus; // Display results document.getElementById('finalMagnitude').innerHTML = finalMagnitude.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('finalDuration').innerHTML = finalDuration.toFixed(2); document.getElementById('finalValue').innerHTML = finalValue.toFixed(2); } // Run calculation on page load with default values window.onload = calculatePotion; .calculator-container { font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, Geneva, Verdana, sans-serif; background-color: #f4f4f4; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; max-width: 700px; margin: 20px auto; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1); color: #333; } .calculator-container h2 { color: #2c3e50; text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px; } .calculator-container p { line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 15px; } .calculator-form .form-group { margin-bottom: 15px; display: flex; flex-direction: column; } .calculator-form label { margin-bottom: 5px; font-weight: bold; color: #555; } .calculator-form input[type="number"], .calculator-form input[type="text"] { padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ccc; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 16px; width: 100%; box-sizing: border-box; } .calculator-form input[type="checkbox"] { margin-right: 10px; transform: scale(1.2); } .calculator-form .checkbox-group { flex-direction: row; align-items: center; } .calculator-form small { color: #777; font-size: 0.85em; margin-top: 5px; } .calculator-form button { background-color: #28a745; color: white; padding: 12px 20px; border: none; border-radius: 4px; font-size: 18px; cursor: pointer; transition: background-color 0.3s ease; width: 100%; margin-top: 10px; } .calculator-form button:hover { background-color: #218838; } .calculator-result { background-color: #e9ecef; padding: 15px; border-radius: 8px; margin-top: 25px; border: 1px solid #dee2e6; } .calculator-result h3 { color: #2c3e50; margin-top: 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #ccc; padding-bottom: 10px; margin-bottom: 15px; } .calculator-result p { font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px; } .calculator-result span { font-weight: bold; color: #007bff; }

Mastering Alchemy in Skyrim: A Deep Dive

Alchemy in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a versatile and rewarding skill that allows players to craft powerful potions and deadly poisons from various ingredients found throughout Tamriel. Whether you aim to restore health in the heat of battle, fortify your combat skills, or simply earn a fortune, understanding the mechanics behind potion creation is key.

The Fundamentals of Potion Creation

Every potion or poison you create has a magnitude (how strong its effect is) and a duration (how long its effect lasts). These values are not static; they are influenced by several factors, making high-level alchemy a truly impactful skill.

Key Factors Influencing Potion Potency:

1. Alchemy Skill Level: Your raw Alchemy skill is the most fundamental factor. As your skill increases from 0 to 100, the potency of your creations grows significantly. A higher skill level directly translates to stronger effects.
2. Fortify Alchemy Enchantments: Many players seek out or enchant gear (helmets, gauntlets, rings, necklaces) with "Fortify Alchemy" enchantments. These enchantments stack, allowing you to achieve substantial boosts. For example, four items with 25% Fortify Alchemy each will grant a total of 100% bonus.
3. Fortify Alchemy Potions: Before crafting a batch of high-end potions, experienced alchemists often drink a "Fortify Alchemy" potion themselves. This temporary buff further enhances the potency of the potions they create while the effect lasts.
4. Alchemist Perk: This perk, found in the Alchemy skill tree, has five ranks. Each rank increases the potency of your potions and poisons by 20%, for a total of 100% at rank 5.
5. Physician Perk: A specialized perk that makes potions that restore Health, Stamina, or Magicka 25% more powerful. Essential for combat-focused characters.
6. Benefactor Perk: This perk makes beneficial potions you mix 25% more powerful. While it affects potency, its primary impact is often seen in the increased value of these potions when selling them.
7. Seeker of Sorcery (Dragonborn DLC): Acquired from the Sallow Regent Black Book in the Dragonborn DLC, this power makes all enchantments and potions 10% more powerful. A must-have for any serious alchemist.

Understanding Base Values

Each ingredient effect (e.g., "Restore Health," "Fortify One-Handed," "Invisibility") has a base magnitude and, if applicable, a base duration. These are the starting points for the calculations. For instance, a "Restore Health" effect might have a base magnitude of 8, while "Fortify One-Handed" might have a base magnitude of 20 and a duration of 60 seconds. The base value of a potion is also influenced by the ingredients used and the number of effects it possesses.

Calculating Potion Value

The gold value of a potion is directly tied to its potency. Stronger effects and longer durations lead to more valuable potions. Perks like Benefactor also contribute to the final selling price. While the in-game economy and your Speech skill also play a role, this calculator focuses on the intrinsic value derived from your alchemy skill and perks.

How to Use the Calculator:

1. Alchemy Skill Level: Enter your current Alchemy skill (0-100).
2. Total Fortify Alchemy from Gear: Sum up the percentages from all your Fortify Alchemy enchanted items.
3. Fortify Alchemy Potion Strength: If you're using a Fortify Alchemy potion before crafting, enter its percentage strength.
4. Alchemist Perk Rank: Select your rank in the Alchemist perk (0-5).
5. Base Effect Magnitude/Duration: These values depend on the specific ingredients and effects you are combining. You might need to look up the base values for common effects or use an average for estimation.
6. Base Potion Value: This is an estimated base value for the type of potion you're making. Higher-tier ingredients and more complex effects generally lead to a higher base value.
7. Perk Checkboxes: Tick the boxes for Physician, Benefactor, and Seeker of Sorcery if you have these perks.
8. Calculate: Click the "Calculate Potion" button to see your potion's final magnitude, duration, and estimated value.

Experiment with different inputs to see how each factor impacts your potion's power. With this tool, you can optimize your alchemy setup to craft the most potent and profitable concoctions in all of Skyrim!