Which value is most strongly associated with pagan warrior culture?
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Correct answer: Heroic honor
Pagan warrior culture emphasized heroic honor gained through bravery and unswerving loyalty to one's lord. Fame and reputation — winning a place in the communal memory — were central to a warrior's identity and purpose.
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