Upgradable Bandits and Looters (Without Disciplinary Perk)

⭐ ⭐ (919 endorsements) 📥 25,263 downloads 📌 v0.4 📅 4/3/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By Chesiq · Troops

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods ↗ 📅 Updated: 5/27/2020 📅 Created: 4/3/2020

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #30 of 74 Troops mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

COMPATIBILITY

Other mods:  any (Harmony)

Game version:   1. 4. 1 (1. 3 not supported)

Vortex:  yes

IMPORTANT: Currently, the game launcher is bugged, and may cause crashes with mods loaded, not loaded, selected, not selected - to fix it - use - Community Fixed Launcher (you have to reinstall it each time the game updates because steam overwrites files)

Before reporting mod is not working - read posts(the top one) and install Community Fixed Launcher. Thank you.

What it does:

This mod removes the disciplinarian perk check so you can upgrade bandits from the start of the game. Disciplinarian perk is currently broken in the game, but this mod makes it possible to upgrade bandits.

Install Instructions:

1) Use vortex to download the mod | Manual: download zip and extract to Bannerlord/modules directory

2) Backup your save file

3) Activate mod in game launcher

4) When the game loaded - check that it displays UpgradableBandits loaded - in main menu bottom left.

OPTIONAL:

If you want to have an additional upgrade option for looters  (I've set my game to upgrade them to thugs troops line)

1) go to: Mount & Blade II Bannerlord\Modules\SandBox\ModuleData

2) open up bandits.xml with Notepad++(google it) or any other text editor

3) Go to line 100 (where it sais <upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.imperial_infantryman" />

4) Make a new line under it and paste:

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.gangster_1" />

So it looks like this:

<upgrade_targets>

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.imperial_infantryman" />

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.gangster_1" />

</upgrade_targets>

You can set another upgrade target - for example to battanian volunteer or other bandit type:

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.battanian_volunteer" />

Or one of the below:

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.mountain_bandits_bandit" />

<upgrade_target id="NPCCharacter.forest_bandits_bandit" />

Version history:

0. 1 - Initial release - Has a bug that upgrades bandit parties

0. 2 - tried to keep the source code intact - bugged

0. 2a - fixed the bug in 0. 2, working version

0. 3 - converted to module system, added Harmony lib dependency, Vortex compatibility

0. 3a - edited dependencies of submodule XML so that people would stop bugging me with it (mod does not use any dependencies) It's Independent. It's wild and free of any dependencies guys.

Instructions for Old versions of the mod files:

1) Backup TaleWorlds. CampaignSystem.dll (Mount & Blade II Bannerlord

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

This mod removes the Disciplinary perk requirement, allowing you to upgrade all bandits and looters in Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. It includes an optional tutorial for converting looters into other troop lines. With 919 endorsements and 25,263 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tweak for players who want more flexibility in troop progression.

✨ Key Features

Removes the Disciplinary perk check for upgrading bandits and looters.
Includes an optional tutorial on how to upgrade looters to other troop lines.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • No more waiting to unlock the Disciplinary perk—start upgrading bandits right away.
  • Opens up new army compositions by letting you turn looters into whatever troops you need.
  • Simple, focused change that doesn't mess with other game mechanics.

⚠️ Cons

  • Only updated in 2020, so it may not be compatible with the latest game versions.
  • Removing the perk requirement could make bandit upgrading feel too easy for some players.
  • Limited to bandits and looters—doesn't affect other troop upgrade restrictions.
🎯 Is This For You?
This is for players who find the Disciplinary perk requirement annoying and want to upgrade bandits without investing in that perk. It's also great for role-players who want to build a ragtag army of converted bandits early in the game.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 1 minute

💡 Beginner Tips

  • If you're new to modding, just drop the mod files into your Modules folder and enable it in the launcher.
  • Use the optional tutorial to learn how to convert looters into other troop lines—it can give you a strong early-game army.
  • Check the mod's page for any compatibility notes before using it with other troop-related mods.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Bannerlord Mods
Author
Chesiq
Version
0.4
Downloads
25,263
Endorsements
919
Category
Troops
Created
4/3/2020
Updated
5/27/2020

🔧 How to Install Bannerlord Mods

Use Vortex or manual. Enable mods in launcher. Harmony required.

📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Bannerlord →

Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.

🎮 Need cheat codes or console commands? Check ur gaming wiki for Bannerlord commands, item IDs, and more.

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