Ostam or Suleyman (1978-2012) Persian: سلطان عثمان غازى Sultan Suleyman bin Ostam Khan, nicknamed "Kara" (black in Persian-for his bravery), was the leader of the Parsians in Eridana, and the founder of the dynasty that established and ruled the Parsian State. The State, would prevail as a regional empire for almost a millenium. It existed until 28 may of 3216, after being in serious decline since the early 28th century.