In the strategic medieval village simulator Manor Lords, assembling a formidable massive military is key to defending your lands and expanding your territory. With some smart management of resources and a focus on building the right structures, you can quickly amass a massive army to overwhelm your foes. Here’s how to create a massive army fast in Manor Lords.
Start Farming Immediately
Before you can build up soldiers, you need a steady food supply to sustain a larger population. As soon as the game begins, prioritize constructing farms, foraging huts, and hunting camps to grow wheat, gather berries, and hunt animals. Having breadbaskets full of food allows you to expand your workforce.
Build Up Militia Barracks 
The core of your army will be the militia – peasants who take up arms when called to fight. Construct multiple militia barracks around your village to train militia units like spearmen and archers. The more barracks you have, the higher your militia cap.
Craft Plentiful Weapons & Armor
Having enough equipment is vital, as you can only field as many militia as you have outfitted. Build smelters to produce iron ingots, then use those ingots at blacksmiths and armorers to forge piles of swords, spears, bows, and armor. Stockpile far more gear than you need for your initial forces.
Don’t Overlook Mercenaries 
While militia make up the bulk of armies, elite mercenary companies can be hired from the mercenary lodge to supplement your troops. These seasoned fighters add potent offensive power to your forces. Save up your treasury funds to recruit as many mercenary companies as possible.
Upgrade Your Manor For Taxation
Constructing a large manor house unlocks the ability to tax your citizens, generating income to pay for your military expenses. You can also use your manor to enforce tithes of surplus food for the church, increasing your influence to expand into new lands.
Rally Your Complete Host 
Once you’ve amassed plenty of militia, mercenaries, gear, and resources – it’s time to assemble your whole military strength. Use the Army panel to rally every possible soldier you can muster into an overwhelming host. Organize your troops into regiments and have them take up strategic positions.
In Manor Lords, you can swiftly raise a massive army by employing key tactics. With farms sustaining growth, militia training nonstop, resources stockpiled for equipment, mercenary companies hired, taxation funding your treasury, and every available fighter rallied – you’ll have a truly massive army, ready to march forth and conquer any who dare oppose you!
