[Graeme Dice]

Originally posted by Evil Dave:
Because they consume resources, both supplies in the province they're in and money from the payroll. I agree that a soldier with a single affliction is generally worth keeping, but one with two or more can better serve his lord by staying at home.

Not really. They can still act as meatshields for your other troops. Put them in a separate squad and their deaths won't even affect morale.