The Ancient Scots were a group of people who lived in Scotland during the Iron Age and Early Medieval period. They are also known as the Picts, which is a Latin term meaning 'painted people'. The Picts were a tribal confederation of peoples who lived in what is now Scotland from the late Iron Age to the Early Middle Ages. They were known for their unique art style, which included intricate carvings and symbols. They were also known for their fierce warriors and their resistance to the Roman Empire.