spring kids hug style headcanons
wendla: frequent, and with the same emotional impact as an amazing mom hug—no pressure to explain or reciprocate, just unconditional love. hugs goodbye are the standard even if you’re just an acquaintance. she loves to give and receive, and her attitude is infectious to those around her. no matter how much taller or broader you are to her, a hug from her makes all your problems feel smaller and easier to tackle.
ilse: not a casual hugger unless you’re quite special (read: unless you’re wendla). if she does hug anyone else, it’s quick and often fairly stiff. however, she’s very attuned to her friends, and if she notices you having a hard time she’ll bump your shoulder affectionately or offer a hand to hold.
hanschen: doesn’t mind hugs but doesn’t offer many of his own volition. he’s very good at cordial, pulling you in and pushing you out before you even have the chance to be uncomfortable. like ilse, his physical affection comes more often in smaller ways, whether it’s an arm over the shoulder or a foot tapping yours under the table.
ernst: hugs are frequent and comforting, similar to wendla. however, he’s more selective, only hugging those he knows well enough to truly care for. he can be overzealous, but he’s tall and soft and warm, which makes him a presence most wouldn’t think to refuse. considering he’s also a great listener, this makes him a perfect shoulder to cry on.
melchior: depends on the person, but he’s surprisingly good all around. he won’t hug anyone who’s not one of his better friends, but that doesn’t mean he’s a bad hugger. he’s broad-shouldered and protective, so being fully wrapped up in his arms is a surefire way to calm down. while he may not be the best listener, he’s a good distractor, easily rambling about this or that if you need to take your mind somewhere else.
moritz: touch-starved and trying his best. he may be awkward and a bit lanky, but he’s genuine with his hugs and it shows. like hanschen, he won’t offer many hugs himself (excepting melchior), but he’ll readily accept any offered. when he finds words difficult, physical affection including hugs are an important method of communication for him.
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