Brigand Combat Menu
There are several options to consider when dealing with brigands. One option is to buy the brigands off by hiring the NPC Brigand leader into your household. This incorporates his brigands into your employ. The other option is to do battle with the brigands. This can be tricky, as the brigands will always retreat if attacked and not brought to battle, or if they are defeated but not disbanded. However, if your force is much larger and/or your army leadership is very good, you'll be able to trap and eliminate the brigands.