The Mathematics of Power: Decision Simulator Technical Guide
Quantitative Resource Management
Unlike a standard play-through, using the Sort the Court Simulator allows you to treat your kingdom as a mathematical model. If you are new to the realm, we recommend checking our Beginner Guide & Game Interface to understand basic mechanics before simulating complex scenarios.
Our algorithm calculates that Population isn't just a number—it's a multiplier for your late-game tax efficiency. While the game provides vague feedback, our tool shows that maintaining a Gold-to-Citizen ratio of 3:1 is the statistical sweet spot for surviving high-cost Council events.
Simulating Hidden Event Variables
The most powerful feature of this engine is its ability to track Invisible Cumulative Stress. Whether you are consulting our full Sort the Court NPC List or using this predictor, understanding hidden variables is key.
Variables like "Forest Stress" (Mason visits) and "Soul Debt" (Witch deals) aren't visible in the game UI. Our simulator exposes these values in the Linkage Advice section, allowing you to predict when a "Random" disaster is actually statistically inevitable.
Multi-Stage Progression Logic
The Path Predictor is calibrated to the game's internal quest flags. For example, the "Technological Era" isn't a single choice but a three-stage investment. If you use the calculator to simulate Stage 1 but fail to maintain the projected 200 Gold reserve for Stage 2, the simulator will flag your progression as "At Risk," helping you avoid dead-end runs.