Varian's father is Llane Wrynn.

Varian’s father, Llane Wrynn, was a great monarch and a clever strategist. With only the power of the Kingdom of Stormwind, he was able to advance from the most powerful Horde army to Azeroth. Protecting Stormwind City during an attack, King Llane is an unparalleled hero whether in the Human Alliance or in the Kingdom of Stormwind.

However, before young Varian could even learn from his father how to be a wise king, he completely lost him - King Llane's most trusted spy, the half-orc Garona. Gul'dan's forced manipulation led to the tearful assassination of Ryan in the Court of Stormwind. Varian witnessed his father's death with his own eyes, and the scene of Garona's assassination of Lion was engraved in his young mind, becoming the most unforgettable scene in his life.

The death of his father became the beginning of Varian losing everything. During the ensuing orc invasion, his home, Stormwind City, was razed to the ground and his country was occupied by the orcs. The people suffered heavy casualties. Thanks to the loyal escort of General Anduin Lothar, a group of Stormwind refugees successfully crossed the sea and headed north to Lordaeron. The young Varian began his life of exile prematurely. He had already encountered a series of disasters before he could recover from the fear of losing his father. In the eyes of Prince Arthas of Lordaeron, Varian at this time has become an empty shell with nothing left except life.