#derek strider

==> Derek: Remember what you did.

Let’s see...

Derek (Bro) - unlikely to actively comfort at all, usually just sits down next to sad bab and lets them vent at him, maybe does a little shoulder pat once they’re done

Darren (A.Dave) - big hug vibes with lots of back pats, gentle n quiet “It’s okay”s for encouragement, if at home makes some warm snacc for sad bab

Dirk - awkward hugs and not that great attempts at verbal encouragement, but at least he’s trying, will give the sad bab his hoodie for comfy vibes

Dan (Hal) - less hugging, more talking, sits down with sad bab and paps them on the knee if possible, lots of encouraging speeches that devolve into other topics

Doug (Brobot) - hugs to sad bab and clinging to them until they feel better, could also borrow his games

Dave - encouraging paps with some distracting joking around, invites a hug from sad bab

Damien (Davesprite) -  distraction extroirdinaire, talks about random shit and jokes a lot to get the sad bab’s mind off of things, probably leads them around the place and rants off on random things he notices

Data (Davepeta) - takes sad bab out on a walk and lets em chill out in nature, lots of verbal support

This was actually really fun to do and think over.

Also, some written out details about the specific differences under the cut:

Ho boy let’s see.

Bro definitely has the most surface area, being a tall twunk. However his cuddle-sense is zero-to-none, so you’re unlikely to be cuddled back if you do. Maybe you’ll get a pat on the back in return.

Alpha Dave is the second in the biggest amount of cuddle area, and he is certainly more approachable than Bro. This guy’s a busy dude though, so he might have to deny cuddletime quite often to do important business shit, like making dumb movies and fighting alien tyrants. 

Dirk has the optimal amount of twunk-twink hybridization to be perfect for those that want to completely wrap their arms around a waist. He is completely inept at responding to cuddles though, and will most likely just freeze in place if you attempt it.

Hal has a bit less ineptitude than Dirk in this regard, but he’s still prone to bluescreening if the cuddles come as a surprise. Also it’s not advised to hug him from the front as he will absolutely be a little piece of shit and tickle you till you release him.

Brobot is the most equipped to handle cuddletime out of the dirk splinters and would absolutely appreciate it. The issues come when he reciprocates, because you’re very likely to get heavily damaged with the amount of force he applies to hugs. Wear protective armor if you wish to attempt it.

ARquiusprite is very much like Hal, except there’s more muscle to cuddle against, and you’re very likely to end up drenched in sweat even from a very short and mild cuddle session. Crushing damage also likely, though not as severe as from an encounter with Brobot.

Dave would take a while to warm up to the idea, and would probably keep evading your attempts. However, once he accepts it, he’s likely to stay at your side for a while. More comfortable cuddling you first than letting you approach him.

Davesprite is very similar to Dave, however he has the advantage of fluff. He’s also easier to scare away, and very picky about where you can touch him. However he can and will swoop you up for a quick cuddle at any time without warning.