Scotland

Scotland is situated in the North of Europe, surrounded by the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, sharing its border with England. It's a part of the United Kingdom. He's not a very known Countryhumans character, but not entirely forgotten about.

Often represented as a cheery but angry and drunk guy, and typically seen shouting "Freedom!" One fact about him is that one of his official languages is Scottish Gaelic however most people don't speak it in modern times though it is increasingly being taught within the region.

Appearance
Depending on the time, sometimes he is seen in old-fashioned 1400s clothes. Mostly when he's represented in pieces of art to do with all the Anglo-Scots wars.

In modern pieces of art, he is stereotypically seen with a white shirt and tie (suit like) and wearing a kilt, a Scottish garment resembling a knee-length skirt of pleated tartan cloth. (Traditional highlands clothing.) sometimes though he is seen in casual attire, such as a hoodie and jeans. Sometimes a hat too, a bit similar to sometimes how Ireland is represented.

Though these might be how he is represented, you'll never see a Scottish person out and about wearing a kilt, unless it's a special occasion. Most typically a wedding or funeral. This is often to show respect.

Character
Scotland is a cheery and friendly person. He is very alike Ireland, a somewhat good friend of his, he is the life and soul of the party, especially if you know him. He likes drinking his Whisky (which his people invented) and he's that kind of person when he's drunk he gets a bit crazy and very humorous.

Though the not-so-good side of Scotland can be seen when he's angry, embarrassed, feeling emotional, he can increasingly get scarier. He might shout and slang words when in a state like this. He can also get very violent. Most typically again when he's drunk and crazy, however.

Interests
Scotland has a passion for playing the bagpipes at special moments. Though mostly stereotypical, he still loves it and some people are trained especially to play it. It is a very loud instrument that is played often at funerals and weddings mostly. Sometimes at New Year as well if you're out at a special event.

Scotland has some interest in poetry and songs too. "Auld Lang Syne." is a popular song (originally poem) played at New Year in Scotland, made by famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. He is still famous to this day, being a part of the curriculum in the country. (More or less this topic is taught in Primary school though.)

Flag meaning
There are some legends and theories about the meaning behind the Scottish flag such as:

"'Walter Bower in his Scotichronicon (the 1440s) supplies a legend according to which Saint Andrew appears to king Óengus II in 832, on the eve of a battle against the Angles. The saint advises the king to watch for the 'sign of the Cross of Christ in the air'. The 'Cross of Christ' in this legend is later turned into the Saint Andrew's Cross or Saltire, in the account of George Buchanan (1506–1582), where 'a miraculous white saltire appeared in the blue sky' during the battle.'"

Independence and UK EU Membership Referendum
In September 2014, there was a huge referendum in Scotland asking Scottish citizens if they wanted independence. This had been planned since November 2013 with the UK Parliament. The English gave reluctant approval of this referendum.

Voting took place between 07:00 and 22:00. Schools are used as polling stations so it was quite important as children got the day off. There were many campaigns supporting "Yes," and many campaigns supporting "No," Scottish towns had put up posters encouraging people to change their opinions on the vote.

On 18th of September 2014, the results were announced. The "No" side won with 2,001,926 votes. "Yes" had 1,617,989 votes. It was a very close referendum. This referendum is quite important to Scottish history as it could have changed the whole of the UK in the lead up to the present time.

By 2021 it is theorised that the Scottish parliament wants another referendum. This is because of the process of the UK leaving the EU. When the "Yes" side won, it was revealed most Scottish and Northern Ireland citizens voted "No" to this referendum.

However, it is also theorised though that an independent Scotland may not be allowed to enter the EU as it needs acceptance from the other 27 members. (If you don't include the UK.) and with the ongoing Catalonia problems in Spain, the Spanish government might not approve. However, these are just theories and nothing can be concluded unless "Yes" in the next possible referendum goes through.

Friends

 * United Kingdom (sometimes); - You can be considered a son to me... like, we get along, but let me have a say in my opinions! Like seriously! I didn't want all this leaving EU stuff to happen, and if we are, then I'll help ya' get a good deal. Though... my people wanted to stay, not leave! I
 * Wales;- I mean, you're like a brother to me. Celtic brothers! Though - I don't support that you helped Brexit go through so you get a bit of the blame too.
 * France; - I mean, it was back in the day this happened, but currently, we both have sour-ish relations with England. I even helped ya' to fight the English. You're a good ol' friend to me! I won't forget our little friendship.
 * Republic of Ireland; - Good ol' drinking buddy, he drinks his Guinness while I drink 'me whisky! Nice lad to chat to. I mean we both kinda wanted independence from the United Kingdom. Though stop believing I'm a traitor! I'm not betraying you because I wanted to stay!

Neutral

 * Northern Ireland; - Sometimes we're friends, sometimes he ticks me off... He likes mistreating Ireland, and he's my buddy so, back off him! But I will agree with you in some senses; the United Kingdom is annoying me and all these Brexit shenanigans are hurting my head. Our people voted to stay.
 * England; - *sigh* I don't even know about us anymore. Friends, enemies? I don't know. My people hate ya' - mostly for a joke, but still! I decided to stay. I thought you'd be happier. I guess though I can't really hate you all that much... we like to go for a drink once in a while and we fought together ever since we brought the Union into place. Hmm, at least you regret the whole Brexit process now that you've seen what a mess it is. I can respect that.

Enemies

 * Third Reich (formerly); - It was way in the past, and I'm glad, but though you're gone, I'll always still hold a "grudge" After all, you made me lose a lot of my people and bombed my cities and you were psychotic. England and I lost a lot of money because of you!

United Kingdom
Scotland and the United Kingdom used to have really good relations when England and Scotland created it. Nowadays, Scotland's a lot more distant, and you can only guess why. Scotland want's independence from the United Kingdom and the UK doesn't want him to leave. The Scots just wanted more options and decisions open to them. All the Brexit stuff in recent years has made the Scots want independence more.