Vlandian Crossbowman

Master the Vlandian Crossbowman in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord! Explore its skill values, strengths, and how it fits into your army composition. Get the edge in Calradia.

Alright, let's talk about the Vlandian Crossbowman in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. These guys are your go-to for ranged firepower, especially when you need to lay down some serious hurt from a distance. They're a core part of the Vlandian roster and for good reason.

Here's a breakdown of their key skill values:

As you can see, their Crossbow skill is their shining star at 70. This means they're going to be pretty accurate and hit hard with those bolts. While their Bow skill is pretty low (10), you wouldn't want them on the front lines with Polearms or Two-Handed weapons anyway. Their Athletics skill is also solid at 70, which helps them keep up with the rest of your army and be a bit more survivable if enemies get too close.

Think of the Vlandian Crossbowman as your mobile artillery. They excel when they can set up behind your infantry and rain down death on the enemy. Keep them protected, and they'll chew through enemy formations before they even get close.