Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord · Troop progression
Imperial Recruit
The guide describes Imperial recruits as progressing into good armored melee units. It does not name particular resulting units or lay out the branches of the Imperial tree.
How it works
This broad path can inform an initial troop choice, but the supplied excerpt does not support detailed equipment, rank, or tactical claims. The guide says troop upgrades usually cost gold and increase daily wages; higher-tier recruitment depends on character and clan progression.
When it helps
Consider this path if armored melee troops match your intended party composition.
Your next step
Recruit Imperial troops and progress them; specific branches are not given in the supplied excerpt.
Read the supporting references
Check the edition and source version for patch-specific details. Guide methodology.