Arkansas

### Unofficial Nickname(s)

Land of Opportunity, Wonder State, Bowie State, Toothpick State, Hot Water State, Bear State, Razorback State, What A State, Rackensack, Diamond State

Arkansas (*アーカンソー, Ākansō*) or Allison "Allie" Heather Thompson (*アリソン・ヘザー・トンプソン, Arison hezā Tonpuson*) is a fan-made character in Hetalia: Axis Powers. She represents the State of Arkansas. She's often called Ark as a nickname.

## Appearance

Arkansas is a short, petite young woman with shoulder-length dark brown hair, hazel eyes and light skin. She has a birthmark on the right side of her upper chest which represents Mount Magazine, a bracelet that represents the Fourche La Fave River, has matching silver rings with Missy that represents the White River and has a small tattoo of a bauxite rock which represents her capital, Little Rock. She has a scar on her forearm that represents the Elaine Massacre, a scar on her left shoulder that represents the Battle of Pea Ridge and a scar on her chest from the Battle of Prairie Grove. Ark usually wears dusky blue overalls with a light blue t-shirt and brown boots. She's also seen wearing a diamond blue dress with white kitten heels and a diamond necklace.

## Personality and Interests

At first glance, Arkansas is a shy, timid and clumsy farmer who usually stays on her farm. However, once you get to know her, she can be very social and quite friendly. She's extremely hardworking and despite her peitie form, she's quite strong from working on her farm. She has a passion for nature and adopts practically any animal she finds on the streets. Ark is known for being kind-hearted and positive, always looking at the bright side no matter the situations. Many say that she gets it from Louis.

Del's an open-minded, friendly and independent person. He's strict and sometimes takes things a bit too seriously, however he rarely yells at someone in anger unlike some of the other 13. Unlike South, North's more reserved and competitive about small things, but still as friendly as South. Del's easily stressed, but can easily calm himself and others down. He's also calm and relaxed during scary situations which is why most of the states come to him for help with such situations.

Del likes to have company, but it drains him a lot. So, he rarely has people over and likes to be left alone most of the time. He loves to read and learn about stuff, especially chemistry. He usually does the research for the haunted places South wants to go to. He also loves to draw and usually does it for South and/or Mary. Sometimes, he goes out to drink on days he has nothing to do. He can be seen on the beach at night or winter when many tourists aren't there, mainly because he hates tourists.

Del shows interest in both Dutch and Swedish food and occasionally eats them for lunch. He also takes an interest in NASCAR, watching any chance he gets. He does go to parties, but usually small parties. If he's at a big party, it's usually because South dragged him there. He loves to bird watch and draw them as a hobby. He likes to take walks to ease his stress and has a passion for nature. He owns a Delaware Blue Hen South named **Bethany**, but South takes care of her most of the time.

## Trivia

* Arkansas' state flower is the Apple Blossom.