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Leman Russ valued these '''Varagyr''' for their unwavering loyalty over the might of the transhuman Astartes of the VIth Legion he commanded. Unlike the Legionnaires, these warriors had already proven their worth and earned his respect.{{Fn|1b}}

Russ integrated the '''Varagyr''' into his Legion, which initially caused some resentment. However, it was quickly established that Russ' authority was absolute, and the '''Varagyr''' were prepared to resolve any disputes through single combat.{{Fn|1b}}

The [[Fenrisian]] wisdom of the '''Varagyr''' was embraced by those in the Legion who sought to be close to their gene-sire, while the Fenris-born adapted to new weapons and warfare techniques suited to the vast battlefields they now faced.{{Fn|1c}}

Leman Russ' 1st Great Company, or "Onn" Company in Fenrisian dialect, included his elite '''Varagyr'''. To earn this rank, each warrior had to distinguish himself in battle repeatedly, forging sagas worth telling. They were the true wolves of Russ' pack, marked by the great beast pelts adorning their armor.{{Fn|1d}}

In battle, the '''Varagyr''' charged like a thunderbolt, a tide of armored, beast-skin-draped hulks driven by superhuman strength and ferocity. Their momentum was said to crush enemies even before their fearsome blades could strike.{{Fn|1g}}

The '''Varagyr''' armor was adorned with ornate decorations, including ritual knotwork on the pauldrons and gorget. These patterns held significant ritual meaning for the Fenrisian warrior cult that permeates the VI Legion. The intricate designs on their pauldrons symbolized the legend each Varagyr had built over years of combat but also served a practical purpose by highlighting tactical specialities for easy identification during battle.{{Fn|1h}}