Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord · Troop progression
Battanian Volunteer
The guide says Battanians can progress into varied melee and cavalry units and describes them as having many throwing weapons. It also states that this recruit path has no archers.
How it works
The source presents a general troop choice, not a complete upgrade tree. It does not list the named unit branches or their requirements. The guide says troop upgrades usually cost gold and raise wages; higher-tier recruitment is tied to character and clan progression.
When it helps
Consider this path if varied melee and cavalry options or throwing weapons fit your party.
The tradeoff
The guide specifically says this path has no archers.
Your next step
Recruit Battanian Volunteers and examine available upgrades in game.
Read the supporting references
Check the edition and source version for patch-specific details. Guide methodology.