South Carolina

### Unofficial Nickname(s)

Rice State, Iodine State, Keystone of the South Atlantic Seaboard, Swamp State, Sand-lapper State

South Carolina (*サウスカロライナ, Sausukaroraina*) or Lucas "Luke" Caroline Campbell (*ルーカス・キャロライン・キャンベル, Rūkasu kyarorain Kyanberu*) is a fan-made character in Hetalia: Axis Powers. He represents the State of South Carolina. He's often referred to as South as a nickname.

## Appearance

South Carolina has short golden blonde hair, sea blue eyes and light tan skin. He has a bullet wound scar on his lower back from the Siege of Charleston, a scar on his shoulder from the Battle of Camden, a scar on his collarbone from the Capture of Columbia, a scar on his left thigh from the Battle of Aiken and a bullet wound scar from the Battle of Sullivan's Island. He has two birthmarks on his chest that represent Lake Murray and the Congaree River, a mole on his neck that represents Sullivan's Island and a tattoo of a palmetto tree on the right side of his waist. He usually wears a light blue t-shirt with blue jeans and red tennis shoes. He's also seen wearing a dark blue tank top with dark blue shorts and white sneakers.

## Personality and Interests

South Carolina's an outgoing and loud person. He's known for always speaking his mind and having much pride in his state, he will resort to physical fighting if need be. He has a fiery temper and is known for being conceited. He can be charismatic, quite talkative and bold. He's also very competitive. South can be friendly and loves to invite people over. However, he doesn't take criticism well and does fight anyone over it. When he'e tired or worn out, he'll become more quiet, passive and calm. Usually this happens because of wars like the Revolutionary War and the Civil War or problems with his siblings. South usually thinks of himself being the best Carolina in the Union which leads to fights with his twin. He's known for being protective of North and is frustrated if something happens to him. He's stubborn, judgemental and can hold grudges for a long time.

South loves to go do outdoor things such as hanging out with his little brother and his friend, beaches, surfing, beach music and sweet tea. South Carolina can get passionate about football and fight with any other state who thinks he'll lose. South loves any fried food, peaches and Carolina-style barbecue. He's pretty good at golf and loves to dance. He has a Boykin Spaniel he named Dixie and a Caroline Wren he named Charles.

## Relationships

### North Carolina (Ian C. Price)

South and North's relationship could be better. They used to live together with Geo when they were called the Province of Carolina until England separated them and they became their own colonies. They were close and shared nearly everything together. After the Revolution, they kept close ties, but drifted. During the Civil War, South called upon North to secede with him. When North refused, South forced North to become a part of the Confederacy. Today, South blames the secession on North and fights with him. He usually conceals the fact that he still cares and loves North. He would defend and protect him to the end of the world.

### Georgia (Gavin G. Howard)

South and Geo are close and secure bonds with each other as part of their rivalry. They argue a lot, it gets pretty serious, especially when someone brings up who's the real 'peach state' and if Georgia is better than South. However, South still cares for Geo and is known for defending him when someone tries to bring shame on him.

### America (Alfred F. Jones)

South and America's relationship has greatly improved since the Civil War. They have moved on from the Civil War, however, they don't speak about it. Though the defeat was a massive blow to his ego, he's still quite loyal and loving to America. His loyalty and admiration can make America overwhelmed and uncomfortable. Despite their good relationship, South can still get annoyed with America and his obnoxious behavior.

### England (Arthur Kirkland)

They maintain a friendly relationship, but they don't speak much.

## Facts

* South Carolina's state flower is the Yellow Jessamine.
* South Carolina's birthdate corresponds with the day South Carolina entered the Union.
* South Carolina's the eighth state to enter the Union.
* Though, South and North are twins, they share different birthdays.
* His tattoo is after South Carolina's state nickname.
* His dogs names' are after South Carolina being the first one to secede and Charleston, a major city in South Carolina.
* The Carolina Wren is South Carolina's state bird.