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Aloy, and physical contact

aloy is naturally touch averse, as a person. i mean, she spent most of her life alone, and very clearly still prefers to be alone. it’s what she’s used to, so the idea of her being iffy about physical touch just makes sense.

she’ll tolerate it, from her friends. (but also? i think they would be at least decently considerate about her boundaries)

there are moments in the game, a hug or two of course. (and the kiss with seyka but that comes very much after a whole lot of her character development). but every time, we can very clearly see her hesitation. it’s not something she’s used to, but is definitely trying to come around to.

i can’t see her as someone who cuddles, nor someone who holds hands. sure, if we see Seyka come back, i bet Aloy definitely does hold the capacity to do all of the touchy stuff. but, i don’t think it’s something she’d ever actively seek out.

BUT, if i think on it realistically and earnestly. it depends on the person. Talanah? yes. Beta? yes. Seyka? for sure! Varl and Erend? yeah! why not! i dont think she’d be the kind to turn down someone needing a hug, but she wouldn’t be the one to ask for it first

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coming back to my lovely angel after like two years of not playing the game UGHHH.

i’ve loved this game since i was 13 and it has been my favorite ever since. no other game has ever come close to taking its spot.