The Best Forge Setups for Roblox The Forge

Discover the strongest meta ore combinations for every weapon and armor class in Roblox The Forge. Compare tank and damage builds based on real probability tables and trait math.

Ideal Meta Forge Setups

Best‑in‑slot ore mixes for every weapon and armor class, assuming unlimited ores.

Tank mode prioritizes Vitality, defense, and dodge traits for maximum survivability.

Weapon

Dagger

100.0% @ 3 ores

Avg Multiplier5.87×
Trait Bonus17.5%
Effective6.89×

Use: 1× Magmaite, 2× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 34.4768.93 DMG

Magmaite: 50.00% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 35.00% chance

Weapon

Straight Sword

65.0% @ 5 ores

Avg Multiplier5.78×
Trait Bonus17.5%
Effective6.79×

Use: 2× Magmaite, 3× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 50.94132.43 DMG

Magmaite: 50.00% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 35.00% chance

Weapon

Gauntlets

65.0% @ 9 ores

Avg Multiplier5.87×
Trait Bonus17.5%
Effective6.89×

Use: 3× Magmaite, 6× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 52.39132.35 DMG

Magmaite: 50.00% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 35.00% chance

Weapon

Katana

63.0% @ 11 ores

Avg Multiplier5.95×
Trait Bonus13.5%
Effective6.75×

Use: 3× Magmaite, 8× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 57.34120.49 DMG

Magmaite: 43.86% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 30.70% chance

Weapon

Greatsword

60.0% @ 15 ores

Avg Multiplier5.87×
Trait Bonus17.5%
Effective6.89×

Use: 5× Magmaite, 10× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 82.72165.44 DMG

Magmaite: 50.00% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 35.00% chance

Weapon

Great Axe

65.0% @ 21 ores

Avg Multiplier5.93×
Trait Bonus15.3%
Effective6.84×

Use: 6× Magmaite, 15× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 97.43215.36 DMG

Magmaite: 46.79% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 32.75% chance

Weapon

Colossal Sword

61.0% @ 36 ores

Avg Multiplier5.90×
Trait Bonus17.5%
Effective6.94×

Use: 11× Magmaite, 25× Darkryte

Estimated damage: 124.84332.92 DMG

Magmaite: 50.00% AOE Explosion on Weapons with 35.00% chance

Armor

Light Helmet

100.0% @ 3 ores

Avg Multiplier4.98×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.52×

Use: 1× Obsidian, 2× Darkryte

Estimated health: 3.750% – 3.750%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Light Leggings

67.0% @ 7 ores

Avg Multiplier5.17×
Trait Bonus48.7%
Effective7.69×

Use: 2× Obsidian, 5× Darkryte

Estimated health: 4.375% – 4.375%

Obsidian: 28.07% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Light Chestplate

53.0% @ 10 ores

Avg Multiplier5.12×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.72×

Use: 3× Obsidian, 7× Darkryte

Estimated health: 5.000% – 5.000%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Medium Helmet

60.0% @ 13 ores

Avg Multiplier5.08×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.68×

Use: 4× Obsidian, 9× Darkryte

Estimated health: 6.250% – 8.000%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Medium Leggings

57.0% @ 16 ores

Avg Multiplier5.07×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.65×

Use: 5× Obsidian, 11× Darkryte

Estimated health: 7.500% – 7.500%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Medium Chestplate

60.0% @ 20 ores

Avg Multiplier5.12×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.72×

Use: 6× Obsidian, 14× Darkryte

Estimated health: 12.750% – 12.750%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Heavy Helmet

51.0% @ 25 ores

Avg Multiplier5.04×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.60×

Use: 8× Obsidian, 17× Darkryte

Estimated health: 12.500% – 12.500%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Heavy Leggings

49.0% @ 30 ores

Avg Multiplier5.11×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.72×

Use: 9× Obsidian, 21× Darkryte

Estimated health: 13.750% – 21.875%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Armor

Heavy Chestplate

60.0% @ 35 ores

Avg Multiplier5.06×
Trait Bonus51.0%
Effective7.64×

Use: 11× Obsidian, 24× Darkryte

Estimated health: 16.250% – 25.000%

Obsidian: 30.00% Vitality | Darkryte: 15.00% Chance to Dodge Damage (Negate Fully)

Why Best Forge Setups Matter in Roblox The Forge

In Roblox The Forge, every ore you spend on a craft matters. The right ore combination can dramatically increase your damage, survivability, and trait power, while a random mix often wastes your rarest ores. Many players end up searching for things like "best forge setup for greatsword", "best tank armor build in The Forge", or "best damage build with Eye Ore" when they hit a difficulty spike.

This page turns those questions into a single data-backed reference. Instead of relying on anecdotal screenshots or outdated Discord advice, you get a consistent view of the strongest meta Forge setups, always synced with the same numbers that power our main Forge calculator and inventory optimizer.

Tank vs Damage Forge Setups Explained

Not every player wants the same thing from their gear. Tank Forge setups prioritize staying alive through tough encounters, while damage Forge setups push your DPS as high as possible even if it costs some defense. On this page, tank armor builds emphasize Vitality, defense, and dodge traits, making them ideal when you need a safe, forgiving playstyle.

Damage armor builds deliberately lean into offensive traits like Eye Ore, burn effects, and critical bonuses, accepting more risk in exchange for faster clears. Weapons always use a meta damage-focused composition, so the best weapon Forge setups shown here are tuned for maximum output rather than pure safety.

How We Calculate the Best Forge Setups

The best Forge setups shown here are not random recommendations. For each weapon and armor class, we look up the in-game success chance by total ore count and choose a count that balances a high success rate with reasonable ore cost. We then apply a fixed meta trait composition and compute its average multiplier, trait score, Vitality contribution for armor, and final effective multiplier.

Behind the scenes, our trait model accounts for critical chance, weapon damage, burn and AOE procs, as well as defensive stats such as health, Vitality, and damage reduction. That means every setup on this page reflects how Roblox The Forge actually behaves in game, instead of guesswork or oversimplified rules of thumb.

Frequently Asked Questions About Best Forge Setups

Are these Forge setups based on real game data?

Yes. The best Forge setups on this page use the same probability tables, ore multipliers, and trait scaling model as our main Forge calculator and inventory optimizer. This ensures the recommended meta builds match how Roblox The Forge actually behaves in game.

What is the difference between tank and damage armor setups?

Tank armor setups prioritize Vitality, defense, damage reduction, and dodge traits so you can survive longer in difficult content. Damage armor setups lean into offensive traits such as Eye Ore, burn effects, and critical bonuses to maximize DPS, even if that means sacrificing some health or defense. Use tank when you want safety, and damage when you want speed.

Do I need these exact ores in my inventory?

No. The meta Forge setups here assume unlimited ores and show ideal combinations. If you do not own the exact ores shown on a card, you can still use the inventory optimizer to find the closest and strongest craftable setup based on your current stock, then adjust until you hit a comfortable success chance.

Can these Forge setups change if The Forge is updated?

Yes. If Roblox The Forge receives balance changes, new ores, or updated success chances, we update the probability tables and trait data in our calculator. When that happens, the best Forge setups on this page are recalculated automatically so the meta builds stay aligned with the latest version of the game.

What is the best tank armor setup in Roblox The Forge?

There is no single tank armor setup that is perfect for every player, but the tank meta builds on this page are a very strong starting point. They focus on high Vitality, solid defense, and reliable damage reduction or dodge traits. Pick the tank Forge setup for your armor class, then adjust the ore count or swap in similar defensive ores if your inventory is limited.

What is the best damage build in The Forge?

The best damage builds in Roblox The Forge usually combine high-multiplier ores with strong offensive traits such as Eye Ore, burn procs, and critical bonuses. The damage mode on this page shows our recommended meta damage setups for each weapon and armor class. Use these Forge setups when you want to clear content quickly and are comfortable giving up some survivability.

How do I use the Forge calculator with these setups?

Start by finding the best Forge setup for your weapon or armor class on this page. Then open the main Forge calculator, match the total ore count, and recreate the ore composition as closely as your inventory allows. The calculator will show your exact success chance, average multiplier, and trait lines, so you can fine-tune the setup before spending your ores.

Don't own these exact ores in your inventory? Use the inventory optimizer to find the closest craftable alternative based on what you actually have. If you want to experiment with different ore counts or trait mixes, open the main Forge calculator and adjust the composition to see updated success chances, multipliers, and stats.