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"Badassery" tends to be subjective, here. While I'll say that Serana is among the best companions in terms of personality, she doesn't really have that tendency except when dealing with Vyrthur or Harkon. She has her moments, though.

Stat-wise, I'd argue in favor of Frea. Heavily Armored companions always served my fragile character(s) well, and the Essential tag is a major bonus. Never had her follow for longer than the Temple, but I did use Mjoll, and regardless, was impressed from what I saw, certainly. For the opposite reason, J'zargo would be best for characters who were warriors themselves...You're either the kind of fighter who gets in their faces, or hangs back and needs a meat-shield disraction.

As of now, I have Derpeethus as a follower for my Mage, and Ahtar(i) for my Assassin. The headsman has been especially fun since I got him a good Giant Club. I like to think it compensates for his low level cap. Anyone with the same voice as Farkas is at least moderately badass.