Vassals, or lesser lords that hold power over a small area and answer to you, are a big part of Mount and Blade II: Bannerlord. And like many other medieval games, you can’t rule the entire world on your own. One of the boons you gain through building your titular empire is ruling over others. As you increase the power of your Clan and gain renown in the world, your standing among the other Clans and kingdoms will increase, granting you various boons. Through war and diplomacy, the player meets various challenges and builds their army to a pinnacle of power. Mount and Blade II: Bannerlord is a game all about building up your prestige in a medieval world.