Primarchs on the Couch: I: Lion El’Jonson

Lion El’Jonson, the Primarch of the Dark Angels in Warhammer 40,000, is a stoic and secretive figure defined by his rigid loyalty, strategic brilliance, and deep-seated mistrust. Using Jungian typology, we can analyze his personality through his cognitive functions, revealing the internal processes that drive his actions during the Great Crusade and the Horus Heresy.

Lion El’Jonson’s Jungian Type, Dominant Function:

Lion El’Jonson’s dominant function is Introverted Sensing (Si), which shapes his perception of the world through a lens of tradition, past experiences, and reliability. Si manifests in the Lion’s disciplined and methodical approach to warfare, as seen in Descent of Angels. The Dark Angels’ hallmark—structured campaigns, precise execution, and a focus on order—reflects Si’s emphasis on established strategies. For example, his extermination of the Great Beasts of Caliban, a campaign that shaped the Dark Angels’ culture, showcases Si’s reliance on systematic, proven methods to ensure stability (The Lion). ...