How TOS characters would react if you asked them for a hug (platonic)
this is based on that time i asked all of my teachers and basically everyone who i knew for a hug and compiled all the data into a best hugger spreadsheet. yea i’m neurodivergent and touchstarved why do you ask
“can i have a hug please?”
he would definitely ask you if you were okay
If he knows you he gives amazing hugs, absolutely fantastic. If he doesn’t really know you, you might get a quick, well-meaning one-arm hug
“sure thing, come here <3”
it’s kinda intimidating to ask for hugs from him, especially when he’s on shift
you feel a bit honoured that he actually said yes to your request
he always does a quick little squeeze at the end before he lets go
his hugs aren’t super tight though
the kind of hug that makes you both smile
wouldn’t rank super high on a “best hugger” list but that’s not his fault, he’s trying to run a ship here and he can’t get too attached to people
you probably wouldn’t get a repeat hug unless you really needed one or you knew him well
he’d definitely raise an eyebrow
it looks like he’s considering saying no but on reality he’d never refuse unless the circumstances were dire
“of course, officer. is something wrong?”
he’s not an enthusiastic hugger but he’s really really good at long hugs
like not-letting-go-until-your-heart-rate-is-steady kind of long hugs
not super tight, not super loose. very medium strength hugs
he would clasp his hands together behind your back so he doesn’t have to touch your skin with his fingertips
if it’s a calm hug he might continue talking about ship duties while he holds you
if you’re freaking out he’s quiet enough that you can hear his heartbeat, which is surprisingly calming
he’ll hold on until you’re ready to let go
when you do let go, neither of you will talk about it again but it’s never awkward
he doesn’t offer up hugs if he sees you again, but you know he’d accept one no question if you asked
he might not register what you’re asking for a second, because it’s not a request he gets very often
grumbling under his breath about not having time for this, but in reality he’s over the moon
“get over here, sweetheart”
king of platonic pet names. he knows well enough that this is notttt romantic
he smells like antiseptic and pear soap
his hugs are tight as hell, enough that you might have to remind him that he’s not trying to break your ribs
swaying hugs are his thing
while he holds you he’d definitely ask if anything’s up, or if this is a just-because-hug
would complain that this is why he doesn’t get close to patients, while simultaneously rubbing your back happily
once you get past the intimidating facade he’s a softie and pretty easy to ask for hugs
only in private though. never in public
if you do something great in the future he might hold out his arms for a hug randomly
he’s honestly miffed you haven’t asked him for a hug before
absolutely lights up at the question, clumsily putting down anything he’s holding and putting his arms out wide
“tha’s a good kid, c’mere”
he smells like engine oil and grease and something slightly singed. in a good way
surprisingly soft. he’s gentle and squeezy and keeps patting you on the back
he might lift you off your feet for a couple of seconds before putting you back down
very laughter-filled hugs
if youre upset he might try and tickle you a little
he wouldn’t do long hugs, but he’d be regretful about it. as it is he’s probably neglecting some jefferies tube that’s about to malfunction or burst into flames
after that you’re not getting hugs when he’s busy, but if he’s got time and he sees you in the hall he’d call out “where’s my hug, lad?” (gender neutral) and follow through on it
he’s the one asking for hugs, and even though they’re short they’re very good natured
perhaps the least intimidating person on the Enterprise to ask for a hug. if you were asking all of the crew, you’d do her first because she gives off comfortable vibes
she would repeat your question back to you - “can you have a hug? of course you can!”
the first one to initiate the hug
no swaying whatsoever. she’s like a steady rock, and her hold is the perfect tightness
this is the best hug you’ve ever had
you are going to remember this hug for at least two years
you’re legitimately planning on calling your parent and telling them all about this hug, it’s just that good
she smells like perfume and freshly brewed herbal tea
while you’re hugging, she would definitely go “awwww” or make some sort of sweet little positive comment
you both let go at the same time. it feels like you never want to step away
she tells you that you guys can do hugs all the time if you want, and you get the feeling she really means it genuinely
whenever you see her she’ll hold out her arms for a hug no matter what, even if she’s talking to someone she’ll hold them out knowing you’ll come
