Unit Name :  Varangian Guard Unit Icon : Faction :  Weapon : Shield :  Axe Large

Description : The Varangian Guard are part of the Imperial Household, a force of mercenary bodyguards.  They have a history of being tough, loyal, and resourceful men from the north.  Over the centuries, their ranks have included Vikings, Saxons and Englishmen.  Now they are sometimes a ceremonial unit.