Formations and AI with Campaign AI - Compiled for Native
⚪ Last updated 2017Preview

🔍 Analysis
- 👍 3.8% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #123 of 534 Modules mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Formations and AI Mods with Campaign AI Mod by Motomataru Compiled for WB 1. 153 09/16/2012 This is a playable compilation of three minimods by motomataru. 1. A formations mod 2. An extension mod to replace Native Battlefield AI 3. A collection of tweaks and fixes for Native Campaign AI The Campaign AI mod restores campaign level activity and lord missions to those seen in early versions of Warband. The campaign map is much livelier. The formations mod is an extensive reworking of the original simple interface by Mirathei. At a command, infantry can form in ranks by level, ranks by shield/weapon, wedge by level, or square. Cavalry can form a wedge, and archers a staggered line. Formations follow all battlefield commands, including from the battle panel. Native AI is given the ability to make the same formations. The formations AI replaces Native AI. It makes decisions based primarily on army size rather than army composition. Each type of unit has different objectives. The intent was to make the AI smarter AND more proactive. INSTALLATION: Copy the Native mod in the Modules directory for your Warband installation. Rename the copied directory something snazzy. Copy the contents of this zip file to the new directory. To the best of my knowledge, these modules are save compatible with Native. To play your Native save games, go to your save games directory and make a copy the Native subdirectory. Rename it to whatever you named the new mod directory. QUICK PLAY GUIDE: See demo video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmA-IxNASVE&feature=youtu.be For Hold and Follow commands, default division placement around the player is: infantry to the left, cavalry to the right, and archers up front. Additional infantry divisions set up further left, additional cavalry further right, and additional ranged further forward. So, for example, if you would like TWO ranged divisions and want the one with thrown weapons further forward, make sure the archers are in Division 3 and the skirmishers in a Division 4-9. Troop divisions that for whatever reason are NOT in formation will attempt to integrate with the other divisions in the \"Hold\" position. These divisions will maintain the same FACING that the player had unless the player checks the autorotate option in the Formations Options Menu under the Camp Menu. The player may override default placement through the additional F2 Menu command to memorize division(s) placement relative to the player. So if you prefer, for example, your cavalry in front and your archers behind, rearrange these divisions during a quiet battle and then press F2-F7. Just make sure to stand toward the rear when memorizing and pad your new arrangement with plenty of space, as changes in division sizes, position rotations, and map borders affect the precision of memorized placement. Player troops start every battle in Hold position around the player, utilizing either default or memorized placement and fo
A playable compilation of three minimods by motomataru for Mount & Blade: Warband Native, adding a formations mod, a replacement for Native Battlefield AI, and tweaks/fixes for Campaign AI. With 97 endorsements and 2,566 downloads, it's a niche but established choice for players wanting improved AI without overhaul mods.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Solid endorsement ratio (97 endorsements from 2,566 downloads) shows players appreciate the AI improvements.
- Combines three AI-related mods into one package, saving you the hassle of juggling multiple mods.
- Focuses on AI enhancements, which is a common pain point in Native Warband.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017 — likely outdated for the current Warband version, so compatibility is a gamble.
- No detailed documentation or feature list, so you're going in blind about what exactly changes.
- Only 97 endorsements means it's a niche mod; don't expect widespread community support or patches.
For Warband players who want smarter battlefield and campaign AI without installing a total conversion. If you're tired of enemies charging mindlessly or lords making dumb decisions, this is for you. Skip if you prefer overhaul mods like Floris or Bannerpage — this only touches AI, not content.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a compiled mod, just drop the folder into your Modules directory and select it in the launcher.
- Make sure to back up your save files before switching mods, as saves are often incompatible between mods.
- If you're using other AI mods, remove them first to avoid conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Mbwarband Mods
- Author
- motomataru
- Version
- 1.168
- Downloads
- 2,566
- Endorsements
- 97
- Category
- Modules
- Created
- 1/5/2011
- Updated
- 2/14/2017
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