FAQ and Common Mistakes
Why is nothing changing when I edit the calculator fields?
The most common reason is that Submit Mode is turned on.
When Submit Mode is active, the calculator does not update results immediately. You need to press Calculate before the new values are applied.
If you want live updates again, press Toggle Submit Mode to turn it off.
Why did my card reset back to level 1?
That is expected behavior after a reboot.
When the card reaches a reboot milestone, the reboot rank increases and the card resets to level 1. The calculator is designed around that system, so the reset is part of the progression path rather than a mistake.
Why does the calculator stop before the next level?
In Card Calculator, the app only progresses as far as your available cards allow.
If you do not have enough cards for the next level-up, the calculator stops there and may show partial progress instead. This is normal and means you are short on cards for the next full upgrade.
Why do I see leftover cards?
Leftover cards appear when your remaining card amount is not enough to complete another full level-up.
The calculator still reports them so you can see what remains after the optimal path is completed.
Why are there no steps in the step-by-step breakdown?
If the breakdown shows no steps, it usually means one of these is true:
- your current values already meet or exceed the target
- you do not have enough cards to make a level-up in
Card Calculator - your target is at or below your current progression state in
Target Calculator
In short, no steps means there was no valid upgrade path to perform from the values entered.
Why does Target Calculator show zero required cards?
This usually happens when your starting state is already at the target or beyond it.
For example, if your current reboot is higher than the target reboot, or your current level is already at or above the target level within the same reboot, the app has nothing left to calculate.
Why are my results changing every time I click plus or minus?
That means Submit Mode is off.
With Submit Mode off, every field change updates the calculation immediately. If you want to change several values first, turn Submit Mode on and use the Calculate button when ready.
Why can I not go beyond certain level or reboot values?
The app uses built-in progression limits based on its current data.
Right now, the supported progression range goes up to:
- level
31 - reboot
7
If a value stops increasing, you have likely reached the supported maximum for that field.
Why does the News page sometimes feel faster on repeat visits?
The app stores fetched news in local browser storage. That cached data can help the page show content faster on later visits while the app still works with the latest fetched data.
Why does a news article open in a new tab?
That is the intended behavior.
The News page is designed as a browsing surface inside the app, while the full source article opens separately. This lets you keep your place in the app while reading the original post.
Why would I use the RSS feed if the News page already exists?
Use the News page if you want a simple in-app reading experience.
Use the RSS feed if you want to:
- follow updates in a feed reader
- group the game’s news with your other subscriptions
- check for updates without opening the app first
Why is My Dashboard data missing on another device?
My Dashboard stores timers, notes, checklists, and merc priorities in this browser only (IndexedDB). It does not sync across devices or browsers. Clearing site data for this app also clears your dashboard.
Why can I not edit the P2W strategy list?
The P2W list is a fixed reference. Only the Lucy routine is editable. While you edit Lucy, P2W is hidden so it stays an unmarked strategy note.
Why do Diesel Calculator results look slightly off from the game?
Power mode fits yellow/white power to the milestone table and may show an implied other buff. Diesel mode power estimates ignore other buffs, so they can sit below in-game white power. Diesel Calculator inputs are not persisted between visits.
Why is a lower Tokens / +1 Power score better on Troop Calculator?
The score is upgrade cost divided by the power you gain on the next level. A lower number means each power point costs fewer tokens, so that upgrade is the more efficient spend. Focus on the troop marked Best.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Forgetting to press
CalculatewhileSubmit Modeis on. - Using
Card Calculatorwhen you actually want a goal-cost estimate. - Using
Target Calculatorwhen you really want to know how far your current cards can go. - Assuming a reboot reset means lost progress, when it is actually part of the progression system.
- Looking only at the final result and skipping the
Step-by-Step Breakdown, which often explains the outcome more clearly. - Expecting My Dashboard to sync to another phone or browser.
- Expecting Diesel mode power estimates to include alliance/tech buffs, or treating fallback interpolation as exact store-price math.
- Entering next-level power that is not higher than current power on Troop Calculator.
Final Takeaway
This app combines planning and follow-up in one place.
Use the Tools calculators for progression costs, gift outcomes, diesel estimates, and troop upgrade efficiency. Use My Dashboard for the daily loop of resets, routines, and notes. Use News or RSS to keep track of game updates. If you switch between them regularly, the app becomes a practical day-to-day companion for both upgrading and staying informed.