Describe the state structure of the Scythian kingdom.

According to the testimony of the Greek historian Herodotus, the Scythian kingdom was headed by the “royal Scythians” who lived in the steppe part of the Crimea. They obeyed the Scythians-nomads who lived on the right bank of the Dnieper, the Scythians-ploughmen who lived in the steppe part of Ukraine and the Scythians-farmers who inhabited the area between Ingul and Bug. The Scythians became famous as skillful and ruthless warriors. The power of the kings of Scythia was inherited, was despotic and strong. These kings played the roles of judges and priests.