Ustos

Long Live Ustos!

## Overview

Residing in a river valley shrouded by a massive dark oak forest, the Republic of Ustos burns bright with the glorious sun. The cities of Faircrest, Lathami, Blackcliffe and Tutore have proven to be a safe haven for Ustosi citizens. Every voice is heard in Ustos, and no one shall be left lying in the dirt.

## Etymology

The name Ustos originates from founder J.P.'s initial language, which overtime developed into the Ustosi language. *Ust* translates to "Sun", while *-os* brings upon the addition of "the." This makes the republics full translated title, "The Republic of the Sun," which is represented in the national flag.

## History

### Pre-Ustos Founding

Before Ustos's founding, J.P. was in search for a place to call his own. Casted out of his previous home, he stumbled and sometimes crawled through South Fjordal's treacherous blizzard. Without any sight, he merely prayed that he may survive his journey. He often tried to find caves in which he could hide from the never-ending snow. However, when there were no caves to rest in, he just kept walking. Soon enough, he began questioning his own possibility of survival, and that's when tragedy struck.

Without his vision useful to him, he could not see the eight-hundred and sixty pound polar bear directly in his path. It wasn't until it was charging towards him that he could react. It reared onto its back legs and stood tall, and as J.P. fell back, it began bringing its front back to the dirt. The creature struck at his face, forever scarring J.P.'s face and ruining his left eye. Jp, gripping the handle of his knife, swung his hand for the beasts neck, and rolled away before he was crushed. Laying in the snow, he saw a light and closed his eyes.

He reawaked in a log cabin, and upon rolling on his side he saw his future co-Founder, Louie, preparing possibly the worst stew J.P. ever tasted. Bandaged and rejuvenated, both J.P. and Louie set forth to leave the barren snow, and continue their travels North. They reached a mountain range, and upon climbing to the top, they looked down upon a vast river valley. They jumped and celebrated, and some tears were shed.

### Early History

J.P. and Louie worked day and night in attempt to create what is now the Capital city of Faircrest. They cleared out trees and wandered caves for hours and hours. Some passerby's took interest in their dedication and joined them on achieving such a dream. Thus, the capital expanded, and the Republic of Ustos was officially founded, forged upon blood, sweat and tears.

### Modern Ustos

Today, Ustos has proven itself a strong, steady nation. They have acquired friendships with nations such as the Vacan Empire and the High Lordship of Pendralon. There is especially a strong bond between the nations of Ustos and Pendralon, almost sibling nations in a way. Both J.P. and Eldarion have grown close as friends as they both assist each other in growing their nations.

Conflicts risen with the Caerleian's, however, hindered J.P.'s plans of peace in the region. Ustos and Caerleia bickered between each other, seeming to have war on the brink of happening. Fortunatley for Ustos, the Empire collapsed, and peace was once again rung through the region, and Ustos could once again focus on development.