BuyPatrols
⚪ Last updated 2020⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #39 of 678 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Information:
Now with config options!
Every settlement that you OWN now has an option to hire up to three patrols. Patrol sizes can range from small (16), medium (32), and large (48). Pick your patrol sizes wisely as the larger they are the slower they will be. Patrol units will be of that village's culture. Patrols in general move faster than regular armies. All patrols have daily wages you must pay for. Other lords can also purchase patrols if their settlement isn't as wealthy but they do need to pay for it as well.
Increase relations with notables of the settlement if you purchase a patrol! Entirely customizable option!
v1. 3. 0+ WILL ONLY WORK FOR STABLE BRANCH e1. 3. 0.
IF YOU ARE PLAYING ON THE e1. 4. 0, please make sure to download the latest MCM (https://www.nexusmods.com/mountandblade2bannerlord/mods/612 and have it above BuyPatrols v1. 3. 7 in the load order. I'm not sure when MCM will have a non beta release for e1. 4. 0 but the current beta version works in the meantime.
IF YOU ARE PLAYING ON THE MOST RECENT STABLE BRANCH, PLEASE USE v1. 3. 7.
Installation:
1) Download and extract the file to your steamapps\common\Mount & Blade II Bannerlord\Modules folder.
2) Enable the mod in launcher!
Configuration:
You can configure almost everything in this mod in the main menu. Check out Mod Options -> Buy Patrols or if More Options -> Mod Options -> Buy Patrols for more details for each setting.
Removing mod help:
I am not responsible if you can no longer load into your save anymore. Please make backups before saving with this mod installed.
However, if you were to remove the mod from the game, make sure you press the option to remove all patrols from the game in the mod options menu as well as turning off AI hiring and then let the game go through 1-2 days until there are no more patrols.
Then use https://www.nexusmods.com/mountandblade2bannerlord/mods/282 to clean up the save file of the modded stuff.
If you don't, the save file will most likely not load.
Currently not updated so at the moment you cannot remove this mod and be able to load into the save.
Crashing help:
Unblock the .dll files that are in the zzzBuyPatrols\bin\Win64_Shipping_Client folder.
Vortex help - Someone suggested this from my other mod:
Check your Modules folder. The mod folder was empty for me (installing with Vortex) I removed the folder, downloaded & installed manually and then without uninstalling, downloaded again from Vortex.
The native Mount and Blade launcher is also still bugged with mod loading issues which causes a lot of crashes to desktop especially with mods so use the fixed launcher here: https://www.nexusmods.com/mountandblade2bannerlord/mods/205
Drag the BuyPatrols mod below the default modules. If you have BannerlordTweaks or Community Patch, drag those below BuyPatrols. If you have the standalone version of MBOptionScreen, put BuyPatrols below that.
Configuration:
Please check the Mod Options in the main menu of the game.
Most Recent Changelogs:
Version v1. 4. 2:
- Updated for e1. 4. 2. Requires the appropriate MCM for the respective game version.
- Old saves (e1. 4. 1 and below) currently not working.
- New games working and tested up to 900 days.
Version 1. 4. 1:
- Updated for e1. 4. 1. Requires the appropriate MCM for the respective game version. (if you play on e1. 4. 0, dl that MCM version)
Version 1. 3. 7:
- Updated for the most recent beta branch (will not push an update for stable at this time).
Version 1. 3. 6:
- Fixed patrols not engaging parties.
Version 1. 3. 5:
- Added option for patrols to be made of mercenaries.
- Added text to patrol menu if player has no money to buy any patrols.
- Changed options relating to patrol troop type to a drop down.
- Changed remove dupe lord behavior. No longer removes on load. Only removes on daily tick.
- Reverted to old way of 'Disband All' due to change in removal options. Deletes them immediately to prevent abuse of stockpiling garrisons.
- Fixed mod option ordering.
- Removal options now end battles before deleting to prevent crashing. This should remove all patrols/duplicates at once now.
- Removed some u
BuyPatrols lets you hire up to three patrols for every settlement you own in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord, with configurable sizes and daily wages. It also allows other lords to purchase patrols and boosts relations with notables. Requires MCM for e1.4.0, last updated June 2020.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust with 7,006 endorsements and 291,655 downloads.
- Adds a strategic layer to settlement management—patrols protect your lands and boost relations.
- Config options let you tweak almost everything, including patrol sizes and AI behavior.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated June 2020—may not work with newer game versions without patches.
- Requires MCM for e1.4.0, and load order must be correct or it may break.
- Removing the mod can corrupt saves if you don't follow the proper uninstall steps.
For Bannerlord players who want to bolster their settlement defenses and manage patrols without relying on vanilla mechanics. If you enjoy kingdom management and want more control over your territories, this mod is a solid pick. Skip if you prefer pure combat mods or play on the latest beta branch without MCM.
💡 Beginner Tips
- If you're on e1.4.0, download MCM and place it above BuyPatrols in your load order—otherwise the mod won't work.
- Before uninstalling, use the mod options to remove all patrols and disable AI hiring, then wait 1-2 in-game days to avoid save corruption.
- Start with small patrols to save on wages—larger patrols are slower and cost more, so balance your budget.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Bannerlord Mods
- Author
- Basilpanda
- Version
- v1.4.2
- Downloads
- 291,655
- Endorsements
- 7,006
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 4/9/2020
- Updated
- 6/23/2020
🔧 How to Install Bannerlord Mods
Use Vortex or manual. Enable mods in launcher. Harmony required.
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