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Romantic Headcanons of Wanderer P.1

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╰┈➤ Physical affect: At the beginning of your romance, you have to let him be the one to initiate it; he's still searching for the strength to commit to what's between you, but he intends to let you know, although touch would be one of the things he would strangely resort to. I feel that the first thing he'll look for will be your hands; to intertwine them with his, to kiss them, to massage them discreetly.I sense that hugs make him somewhat uncomfortable, so he opts to hold you in a slightly similar way; his hands rest on your lower back, your waists touch but your torsos remain separated, while maintaining eye contact.

╰┈➤ He doesn't like thunder. He finds it irritating; this could be because he finds it inconvenient, or too noisy, perhaps because it disturbs his peace or brings back memories. Whatever the case may be, he will not reject you if you try to soothe his annoyance. On rainy or stormy days, he is more likely to choose to relax/distract himself and let you give him affection, or cuddles. The weather in Sumeru must be erratic, so you both might get used to that routine, and he'll notice that you'll want to make the most of every minute of it, since he would not normally allow himself that kind of attention. Don't be surprised if one day he turns the tables and decides that he will be the one to give you that attention. It's not as if he didn't pamper you like a kitten during your breaks on previous adventures.

╰┈➤ If you ever invite him to stay longer at your house, he'll probably say he'll 'think about it'. At first, he'll feel a little self-conscious because you seem open to letting him integrate into your daily home life, which also means you'll be spending a lot more time together. But he really has no reason to refuse such an experience; at least he can admire you as you surrender to your sweet dreams, and be amused by your state in the morning.

╰┈➤ Live together: He gets the message: he's your partner, and you're okay with him no longer just a guest. From his hesitant response, you might have thought that he finds the idea of living with you daily somewhat inconvenient—sure, until he accepts. He takes seriously the idea that you are no longer his host, but something closer to his housemate. He will show you that he appreciates the invitation and will do everything in his power to make it a good experience for both of you.

╰┈➤He's actually an extremely peaceful housemate. He'll be willing to help you with any task needed to keep your precious home in good condition; he'll make sure to leave everything tidy and in its place. I feel like he would only offer to do the shopping to avoid being the one to do the deep cleaning, compensating for it. For his part, all he will ask for is a couple of hours of silence and tranquility so that he can continue his work and writing for Akademiya in the comfort of your living room. It will be his favorite study spot, just above the library.

╰┈➤ Words like 'a heartless puppet' lose all their meaning when he's with you. And in fact, you've noticed that over time he's stopped ranting so much about his origins and his 'qualities' that differentiate him so much from humans. Despite that, he'll be grateful if you remember it and keep it in mind (he's shown some indignation in his voice lines when you forget that he has no human needs to satisfy, as if it were careless or clumsy of you), after all, the fact that he is a robot/automaton created with divine magic is clearly part of his identity and essence as an individual, and it's something you should accept and take into account, just like all his other characteristics.

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╰┈➤ Since we are talking about his first years of life, I am inclined to say that any emotion close enough to romantic, in his case, It would be similar to that typical 'first crush' or 'childhood love'. He may be naive because he is a novice in a completely new and fascinating world to him, but you couldn't expect zero intelligence from a divine creation. (To clarify; He definitely did not have the mentality of an infant. While living in the community in Tatarasuna, he was regarded as a young lad, capable of understanding his surroundings despite his inexperience, and he adapted naturally.)

╰┈➤ When I say 'childhood love' or 'first love' I mean that innocent and pure love that is difficult to define as infatuation at the time or goes unnoticed as a special affection. SO innocent that he would probably give himself away; Niwa and Katsuragi would immediately understand the situation after hearing him spend some time rambling about anything related to you, which clearly means you're on his mind. Katsuragi will let time pass to let him discover it on his own, Niwa on the other hand, will think about how to approach that subject for his understanding in the future. In this way, he, like any other human, will be able to find a romantic partner with whom to be happy.

╰┈➤ The older ladies in the village might call him 'a good catch', in front of you; He is naturally gentle and has learned nothing less than good values from his noble caretakers. Over the years he has become familiar with an environment that gave him sympathy and a sense of belonging; he will want to hug you with that same warmth. He is extremely calm and peaceful, sensible, introspective, sensitive, and attentive. He is neither weak nor soft; He has learned to maintain a firm stance towards responsibility and duty, a trait acquired from his colleagues.

╰┈➤ At least at this point, I don't think he fully understood how to use the sarcasm that makes him so characteristic in the future. The concept, yes, but not the practice; You could play a joke on him or try to tease him, and it could be something awkward or something cute that he doesn't understand, at least not at first.

He wouldn't know how to react to compliments; he would be somewhat confused and wonder why you say it, just as he wonders why he suddenly feels a warmth in his chest. He feels it every time human tenderness takes root within him. He will become more receptive to it over time, but make it gradual; you don't want to make him nervous or make him distrust your intentions.

╰┈➤ He is aware of the basic limits of personal space; he has no reason to reject proximity, but he also doesn't like it when someone is too clingy or gets SO close to him that it overwhelms him. He will discover that he greatly enjoys your casual and respectful closeness; that you gently stroke or comb his hair, that you straighten his clothes a little, that you wipe a speck of dirt from his cheek, or that you hold his hands. It gives him a unique feeling of comfort.

╰┈➤ (Assuming he knows that he does not need to obtain sustenance from food) If you serve him a snack or a dish, even if he doesn't feel hungry or want it, he will not hesitate to accept it, both because he appreciates that you have prepared something for him and out of courtesy.

╰┈➤ The best moments he remembers with you are during the traditional village festivals. His first thought was to come find you so you could enjoy the attractions together, as if he deliberately decided to keep you as his company all night. It's not that he had considered that he had made you his date; he'll realize it the moment you question it...Then he'll suddenly become shy and hesitate a bit before asking you, "Is there something wrong with that?..." He really hopes you'll say no and leave it at that, or the heat spreading up his neck will soon reach his face.

╰┈➤ He'll be more than happy to learn anything you want to teach him, ready to absorb and process that knowledge. If, on the other hand, it is an activity that requires practice, such as a craft, singing, or fighting, he may be somewhat more clumsy and absent-minded. If you laugh at him for that, you'll see him lower his head slightly and barely purse his lips with a slight embarrassment. But seeing your enthusiasm about it will motivate him to keep trying.

╰┈➤ It's worth noting that, due to his fear of abandonment and resentment of betrayal, at this point in his life he has become a closed-off person, averse to human affection.

Anything resembling a relationship with him will be unconventional and unhealthy; in short, a love doomed to fail. And getting close enough to find even a glimmer of romance is practically the culmination of years of offering him your company like a sullen cat finally warming up to you. Therefore, these headcanons only occur when you're both already in love.

╰┈➤ Whether you're a Fatui or not, getting involved with him means getting involved with the Fatui, and by that I mean he'll find a way to drag you into his workplace. It's been confirmed that he's even considered taking someone to Fatui banquets (Teapot Dialogue) because, somehow, he finds them entertaining. Furthermore, he enjoys integrating you into his environment and customs, molding you to his liking.

If this becomes a habit, it's very likely that the rest of his fellow Heralds will think you're something like Scaramouche's lapdog, and he doesn't seem to mind that at all.

╰┈➤ Unlike Wanderer, Scaramouche is fond of controlling others to achieve what he considers ideal; in short, he tends to take the phrase 'the end justifies the means' very far. He clings to this view and doesn't allow anyone to stand in his way. That means if you were to try to 'heal' or 'fix' him, he wouldn't hesitate to leave you behind; he has become too attached to his anger, and the last thing he wants is a partner who wants to turn him into a saint.

Al principio, intentará controlarte, pero con un propósito, y probará diferentes métodos para ganarse tu favor y usarte. Más adelante, dependiendo de ese nivel de control, podría volverse cada vez más benévolo y amable contigo, en cuya actitud podría aparecer un ligero afecto o aprecio, porque sentirá que puede asegurarse de que no lo abandones.

╰┈➤ Tell me I'm not the only one who feels like this man would love to make you look beautiful.

It's not that he's a fashion enthusiast or anything, but I imagine him discreetly and meticulously appreciating you through the reflection in your dressing table mirror. He offers to help you put on some jewelry, earrings, or a necklace, and while he does so, the tips of his fingers occasionally brush against your skin, making sure to be casual enough so that you don't think to mention it. When you realize it, his smug smile will say it all. I think he might have some knowledge of traditional makeup and would like to paint your face. He would put his thumb on your lower lip to make you nervous, and then he would break the tension by dragging it down, smearing your lipstick to exasperate you, while he mocks you.

╰┈➤ Sometimes his duty as a Harbinger takes up too much of his time; you won't know when he's gone, but you won't see him for a long, long time. And from one day to the next, he shows up at your home without prior notice or apparent reason, and demands to be received cordially with some tea.He insists that he needs to relax and clear his mind after spending so much time surrounded by incompetent soldiers; he's just waiting for you to decide to obey him, because he's not willing to admit that your company brings him peace and quiet and that he likes how you prepare the tea. He simply thought, why wouldn't you want to serve him?

╰┈➤This might sound stereotypical, but I think he would like someone who would feed his delusions of being worshipped as a god, you know, to have followers who are at his mercy... The superiority complex he exudes screams that he needs to look down on others, and compliant docility is one of the few things that manage to calm his bad temper and bring out his softer side. He has a soft spot for praise. No one can deny that.

+ Debunking some stereotypes

╰┈➤ There's a strong belief that he's possessive.

His vision is of the Anemo element, which represents the nation of FREEDOM. Literally, the end of his villainous arc centers on his attempt to FREE himself from the chains of the past. I assure you he will not attempt to restrict his partner's company or lifestyle.

The type of bond you both share will eventually involve a voluntary and sincere, complete and absolute surrender. He, for his part, with his undeniable tendency toward control, will enjoy subduing you and having you at his mercy, of course, only as long as you allow it and feel comfortable with it, always in a setting intimate enough that even he might let you call him 'yours'. He will undoubtedly make you work hard to earn his permission to treat him as such; he likes to test your willingness.

╰┈➤ Duality in his treatment

In battle, he is brusque and rough, precise and brutal; his attitude is unapproachable. You might say he's naturally rough, but his behavior with others is nothing like the gentle treatment he gives you. You should know that he won't try to fit into any conventionally attractive standard, but he will respectfully care for you and honor you even if he is not the model of a perfect partner.

╰┈➤ Is he jealous?

He wouldn't be completely oblivious to the feeling.

If it's intentional jealousy, you won't get a reaction from him; he's too perceptive and will be disgusted to see you fall so low. He's not jealous of others, but of the peace they have, without the burden of a past like his own. Sometimes he wonders if you'd be happier with someone who didn't have all his scars.

╰┈➤ What about kisses?

He'll say that being together isn't that big a deal, but believe me, if you're together, it's because in his mind, your relationship transcends simple courtship. In contrast, kisses seem like a small thing to him, even insignificant, but that doesn't make him find your lips any less desirable.

He probably won't be in a hurry to kiss you when you become a couple; he'd rather let it happen naturally over time.

It will start little by little, first a kiss on your forehead (Personally, I think those would be his favorites to give) when you are sleeping next to him. When you are both relaxing together under the afternoon sun, he might take your hand and leave a soft trail of kisses along your palm, all the way to your wrist. Maybe at some point he'll even decide to tease you and encourage you to finally kiss him on the lips, of course, if you haven't already.

╰┈➤ Overprotective? Well…

Even if he acts like he doesn't care what you do, he will try to urge you to make the most prudent decision in his eyes, through fleeting comments or more direct advice, of course, if you ask him to.

If he doesn't like someone you're hanging out with, it's probably for a good reason. He'll be attentive, let you know his skepticism, and expect you to trust his intuition, but the decision is yours. He will only protest and interfere if he knows it could actually be dangerous for you.

If you are his partner in adventures, of course he will save your skin; he probably won't mind doing it too much if he knows that you are capable, but he won't like saving someone's ass all the time, he won't like being dependent on, and he won't be anyone's bodyguard.

If you don't know how to fight, he'll find it more practical to teach you than to be on your toes all day. He values independence and will want to encourage it in you. Otherwise, he will suggest training/exercising together as a form of feedback, more for you than for him, he says.

╰┈➤ About training and exercising

He's your boyfriend. He knows he doesn't need an excuse to be around you or touch you, yet he feels more comfortable doing it with one: carrying you in his arms while propelling himself through the air, holding your hand in steep/rocky areas so you don't fall, or, in this case, guiding your posture and muscle activity.

An excellent teacher. He'll laugh at you if he notices you're concentrating too hard. If you're clumsy or a slow learner, he'll try to swallow his exasperation and cut words short, after all, he suggested it. He wants you to learn, but he doesn't want to make it a bad time for you.

He'll be amused if you seem nervous about having him so close, but if not, he'll drop a casual compliment about your perfume or the feel of your skin, testing your reactions. If he's feeling bolder, he'll instead impromptu place his hand on your wrist and play with the double meanings in his next words, a little more suggestively.

"You're trembling already? I haven't even started."