There are quite a few strategy games about the Middle Ages. However, only a few of them can give you a realistic medieval experience. And one of those games is Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord. In this action RPG with elements of strategy, you have to fight against different kingdoms in the lands of Calradia. You can use trade, politics, or brute force to expand your lands and protect them from enemies. And in this guide, we will tell you what to do with Prisoners in Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord.

Prisoners in Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord

After playing Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord for a few hours, you will be surprised by how many different features and activities there are in the game. The developers have tried to create the game as realistic as possible in all aspects, including battles. Therefore, after winning the battles, you will be able to take various Prisoners with you.

To capture your opponents, you must knock them out on the battlefield. To do this, you can use a blunt weapon. Also, you can run over an enemy with a horse, since the horse is also considered a blunt weapon.

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At the end of the battle, you will see a summary of all the killed and knocked-out enemies. And you will be able to choose new Prisoners from the second group. These can be ordinary robbers, elite fighters, or even lords. However, we do not recommend you take more Prisoners than half of your squad because they may escape.

What to Do With the Prisoners

Although at first glance it may seem that the Prisoners are only the trophies of your battle, they are also a very handy tool. In Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord, Prisoners can save you from annoying enemies, and become a source of Gold or recruits for your army. Therefore, if you want to get the maximum benefit, you should always have a blunt weapon with you for battle.

Execute or Pardon

All your Prisoners are completely in your power. And that means you can execute them. Executing soldiers or marauders is just a waste of time, but nobles and lords are another matter. You will quite often encounter annoying nobles who attack your lands. And as a warning to the rest, you can execute them. However, then your reputation will drop significantly. Therefore, if you want to get rid of your enemy and save your reputation, just keep the nobleman Prisoner.

Prisoners as a Source of Gold

If you want to earn extra Gold, you can ransom the Prisoners. To do this, you must go to a tavern in the nearest big city. However, you can only get a lot of Gold if your Prisoners are excellent soldiers or some of the nobility. Also, you will get Roguery and Trade skill points.

Enemies Can Become Friends

In many battles, you will face experienced soldiers of the enemy army. And it is better to knock out such warriors because later, you will be able to capture them and lure them to your side. Of course, this can take quite a long time, but it is a great way to make your army stronger.

That’s all you need to know about Prisoners in Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord. Follow our tips to effectively use the feature of capturing enemies. And while you are here, take a look at our Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord Smithing guide.