Scutan

Scutan is a colloquial term sometimes used to refer to the Scythian people, an ancient group of nomadic horsemen who inhabited the Eurasian Steppe from roughly the 9th century BCE to the 4th century CE. Their territory spanned a vast area, from Eastern Europe to Central Asia. The Scythians are known for their distinctive art, particularly their metalwork, often featuring animal motifs, and their military prowess. Archaeological discoveries, primarily from burial mounds known as kurgans, have provided significant insights into their culture, social structure, and daily life. They were skilled archers and cavalrymen, engaging in both raiding and trade. Their interactions with settled civilizations, such as the Greeks and Persians, are documented in historical texts, though much of our understanding comes from material evidence. The exact origins and ultimate fate of the Scythian peoples are subjects of ongoing scholarly debate.