NiGHTS HCs————————————
Since I wrote one for Reala, it is time for NiGHTS' turn; These headcanons are mostly based of NiD version along with NiDG, my AU interpretations. So let's get into it.
[•] General Headcanons :.
NiGHTS rebellion is a symbolism of finding the truth. The reasons for his choices in rejecting his "nightmare nature" are much more than simply having an affection for nightopia or the unknown, but recognizing that his nature was being exploited;
His relaxed, laid-back behavior and not caring about his surroundings also serves as a defense mechanism so that NiGHTS does not easily become attached to the people around him, perhaps out of fear that his influence and constant persecution could affect them;
After rebelling, NiGHTS had lost a good portion of his nightmaren power. This half was recovered as NiGHTS learned to connect his essence with the Ideyas of the visitors, or the visitors themselves. Creating an indirect link with nightopia;
With this, strengthening his dualization, something that, although he uses it in moments of desperation to escape from the Ideya prisons, in the beginning he only used it to free himself or strengthen himself (the loss of this half of his power made it easier for him to imprison himself), only for later on, he starts to help visitors to overcome and learn to use their own Ideya magic, to overcome their own fears;
NiGHTS does not consider himself a hero, but rather a being who simply chose to follow what he believes is right. Without being commanded or brainwashed over;
Many who meet him for the first time see him as someone very lively, cheerful and talkative, but the truth is that this is not his true personality, but a persona he uses to hide his true intentions or feelings. One of his other defense mechanisms. Ex: from the image below:
The first appearance, which shows more of his native nightmaren features, is his real face. Where he only shows this appearance to those he trusts and feels comfortable around, demonstrating that he is actually very quiet and less observant or attentive, because when he is super attentive, he tends to have his pupils dilated and eyes more open, while infiltrating the environment, just like in the second figure;
Despite it being his shapeshifting ability to "trick" visitors, it is also a common behavior of his to disguise himself and not look too out of the box while browsing through nightopia;
NiGHTS' eyes can change color depending on the environment. When it's very dark, his eyes become a vibrant violet color, now when there's a lot of light, they become a dark blue, something like indigo;
He was supposed to be the commander and emperor of Nightmera, but after his rebellion, now the one who has that title is Reala. Nowadays he is just a runaway prince;
His teeth are serrated and sharp, but he has some small fangs that stand out more;
His joints have the ability to dislocate and even disconnect from each other, which is why his hands are sometimes unconnected to his arms under his sleeves. He finds it more comfortable to disconnect his wrists from his arms as it gives him more freedom of movement and lightness;
His favorite pastime is literally wandering around, like sleeping in mid-air or giving little flute lessons by himself.
[•] Romance Headcanons :.
NiGHTS is not a traditional romantic, with over-the-top surprise dates, super extravagant gifts like roses and other very cheesy things like that;
He is more of a "Robin Hood" romantic, he likes to steal or take small things for you. And the gifts he prefers to give you are those that he can "mark you", such as accessories, perfumes and even him sharing his clothes, just so he can smell his scent on you. Something common in Nightmaren behavior;
As laid-back as he is, he likes to seduce his partner in a relaxed but skittish way, captivating his partner with small disturbances and flirtations that go outside the box, just to get his beloved off his rocker and see the cute reactions you make;
Because of his passion for flying, he would like to be able to fly alongside his partner, sharing his element, pride and tastes with you;
What he looks for in a partner is someone who understands his need for freedom and enjoyment of life. Someone who is too clingy, emotional or even dependent on him would suffocate him too much. Someone who knows how to respect his space and moments of solitude, but who can balance a cunning and a skittish attitude, or even have a calmer, more open and gentle base, to balance with his somewhat closed, observant and bold nature;
Their ways of showing love are through actions, gifts and quality time;
NiGHTS loves a competition over power in a relationship. This gives him more excitement and adrenaline (something he adores too) in bonding with their partner. But seeing their partner taking the lead by most, is captivating;
Often times, whenever NiGHTS feel affectionate, he would slide his arm around your shoulder or gently brush your cheek, hair or skin while admiring you, in a very genuine and passionate way.
This is what I got so far, hope you guys like my observations and interpretations for em'! Feel free to send asks for more headcanons like this 💜💜