Explore the unique troop trees for each faction in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. Learn about Aserai, Battanian, Imperial, Khuzait, Sturgian, and Vlandian units to build the best army.
Alright, let's talk about the backbone of your army in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord – the troops! Each faction has its own distinct flavor and lineup of soldiers, from hardy infantry to swift cavalry and deadly archers. Knowing who's who and what they're good at is key to building an army that can actually win battles. We'll break down the troops available for each major faction so you can make informed decisions when recruiting and upgrading.
Aserai Faction Troops
The Aserai are known for their skilled cavalry, especially their Mamelukes, but they also offer solid infantry and archers.
| Infantry | Ranged | Cavalry |
| Aserai Recruit | Aserai Light Archer | Aserai Mameluke Regular |
| Aserai Tribesman | Aserai Archer | Aserai Mameluke Cavalry |
| Aserai Mameluke Soldier | Aserai Master Archer | Aserai Mameluke Heavy Cavalry |
| Aserai Footman | ||
| Aserai Mameluke Axeman | ||
| Aserai Infantry | ||
| Aserai Mameluke Guard | ||
| Aserai Veteran Infantry | ||
| Aserai Mameluke Palace Guard |
Battanian Faction Troops
Battanians excel in skirmishing and have some nasty infantry, particularly those with falxes. Their cavalry is more about scouting and harassing.
| Infantry | Cavalry |
| Battanian Volunteer | Battanian Scout |
| Battanian Clan Warrior | Battanian Horseman |
| Battanian Wood Runner | Battanian Mounted Skirmisher |
| Battanian Trained Warrior | |
| Battanian Raider | |
| Battanian Skirmisher | |
| Battanian Picked Warrior | |
| Battanian Falxman | |
| Battanian Veteran Skirmisher | |
| Battanian Veteran Falxman | |
| Battanian Wildling | |
| Battanian Oathsworn | |
Imperial Faction Troops
The Imperials are your classic, well-rounded soldiers. They have disciplined infantry, effective archers and crossbowmen, and decent cavalry.
| Infantry | Ranged | Cavalry |
| Imperial Recruit | Imperial Archer | Imperial Bucellarii |
| Imperial Infantryman | Imperial Trained Archer | |
| Imperial Trained Infantryman | Imperial Veteran Archer | |
| Imperial Veteran Infantryman | Imperial Crossbowman | |
| Imperial Menavliaton | Imperial Sergeant Crossbow | |
| Imperial Legionary | Imperial Palatine Guard | |
| Imperial Elite Menavliaton |
Khuzait Faction Troops
If you like horse archers and fast-moving cavalry, the Khuzait are your go-to. Their infantry is less impressive but still has its uses.
| Cavalry | Infantry | Ranged |
| Khuzait Tribal Warrior | Khuzait Nomad | Khuzait Hunter |
| Khuzait Raider | Khuzait Footman | Khuzait Archer |
| Khuzait Horseman | Khuzait Spearman | Khuzait Marksman |
| Khuzait Horse Archer | Khuzait Spear Infantry | |
| Khuzait Lancer | Khuzait Darkhan | |
| Khuzait Heavy Horse Archer | ||
| Khuzait Heavy Lancer |
Sturgian Faction Troops
Sturgians offer tough, durable infantry and good archers. Their cavalry is more focused on raiding and shock tactics.
| Infantry | Ranged | Cavalry |
| Sturgian Recruit | Sturgian Hunter | Sturgian Hardened Brigand |
| Sturgian Warrior | Sturgian Archer | Sturgian Horse Raider |
| Sturgian Woodsman | Sturgian Veteran Bowman | |
| Sturgian Soldier | ||
| Sturgian Brigand | ||
| Sturgian Spearman | ||
| Sturgian Line Breaker | ||
| Sturgian Heavy Spearman | ||
| Sturgian Heavy Axeman | ||
| Sturgian Heroic Line Breaker | ||
Vlandian Faction Troops
Vlandians are famous for their powerful cavalry and solid crossbowmen. Their infantry is decent but often overshadowed by their mounted units.
| Infantry | Ranged | Cavalry |
| Vlandian Recruit | Vlandian Levy Crossbowman | Vlandian Light Cavalry |
| Vlandian Footman | Vlandian Crossbowman | Vlandian Vanguard |
| Vlandian Spearman | Vlandian Hardened Crossbowman | |
| Vlandian Infantry | Vlandian Sharpshooter | |
| Vlandian Billman | ||
| Vlandian Swordsman | ||
| Vlandian Voulgier | ||
| Vlandian Pikeman | ||
| Vlandian Sergeant |
Choosing the right troops for your army depends heavily on your playstyle and the challenges you face. Don't be afraid to mix and match, or to specialize in the units that best suit your strategy!
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