Dizzying array of trait/building modifications. What do they mean?

[joe6778]

I've been searching on line for the game manual, but I can't find it.

What do all the retinue and building modifications (i.e., +1, +2, etc.) mean?

How do I know which generals/buildings are better than others?

[♔atthias♔]

I hope this collection of guides helps
http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showt...of-M2TW-Guides

[UndrState]

Well , the good thing for you is that after so many years , much of the information in this deep game has been teased out . The guides Atthias linked to are invaluable .

Below are a couple of useful posts that are not part of the guides that contain information that you might want to know . That being said , if you want to ask some further specific questions, don't be shy .

http://forums.totalwar.org/vb/showth...how-to-acquire

http://www.twcenter.net/forums/showt...-Effect-limits

https://www.gamefaqs.com/pc/944126-m...ion/faqs/50116

[Frunk]

Thread moved from Medieval II: Total War General Discussion.

[Gigantus]

The original game manuals can be found here - but they are not of much help beyond basics.