PSO Section ID Calculator

The PSO Section ID Calculator estimates your Section ID based on your character name and class. This tool helps Phantasy Star Online players optimize their loot drops and gameplay strategy. Whether you are farming for specific rare weapons, hunting for armor, or planning a team composition, this calculator provides instant insight into your character's item affinity.

Enter your character's name exactly as it appears in-game
Select your character's class from the available options

How Section ID Is Calculated

The Section ID is a value ranging from 0 to 9 derived from your character's details that dictates in-game loot probabilities. The calculation uses a modular arithmetic system known as the ASCII method to assign a permanent ID to your profile.

Section ID = (Sum of Name ASCII + Class Modifier) mod 10

Where:

  • Sum of Name ASCII = Total of character codes for your name
  • Class Modifier = Specific number assigned to your class (e.g., HUmar is 0)
  • mod 10 = The remainder after dividing by 10
  1. Convert every letter of your desired character name into its specific ASCII numeric code and sum them all together.
  2. Add the hidden modifier number unique to your chosen class, which shifts the total value.
  3. Divide the resulting total by 10 and find the remainder, which corresponds to your final Section ID number.

This formula is consistent across most versions of Phantasy Star Online, providing a reliable way to plan your character before you start playing.

What Your Section ID Means

Your Section ID essentially acts as a filter for the game’s item drops, making certain rare items appear more frequently while hiding others. Understanding this affinity allows you to target specific gear efficiently.

Farming Techniques: If you receive a Pinkal ID, you should focus on leveling Forces because this ID significantly increases the drop rate for Technique Disks and Mags. This saves you time when trying to acquire high-level magic for your character.

Finding Defensive Gear: A Redria ID is ideal for players who prioritize survival, as it offers much higher chances for rare armor frames like the Attribute Wall and essential shield units.

Earning Meseta: Players assigned the Yellowboze ID will find it easier to accumulate wealth quickly, since this ID specifically boosts the drop rate of large Meseta piles and valuable common sellable items.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes related to the game Phantasy Star Online. The Section ID calculation is based on community research and may vary slightly from private server implementations.

If your calculated ID is not optimal for your desired loot goals, try adding or removing a letter from your character name until the result changes before you create your character.

Calculation logic verified using publicly available standards.

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