I've been wanting to do more Headcanons for a while now o( ˶^▾^˶ )o
It's a long one, hence the cut
Octonauts Tickle HCs
Captain Barnacles
A Rather stoic but very gentle Bear with occasional playful tendencies. 80% Ler and 20% Lee
It's no surprise he's usually the one watching from the sidelines and not actively participating, but that doesn't mean he won't indulge if provoked~
He usually gives quick and sneaky tickles just to rile someone up a bit throughout the day, but he's never too mean about it
Kwazii usually tries getting a raise out of our dear captain wich usually ends with him getting tickled instead
He's naturally stronger than everyone as a polar bear, but he'll pretend to loose when it comes to the little ones ♡
When someone does actually manage to tickle him, he gets very embarrassed but never tries to squirm too much to not hurt anyone with his strength
His worst spots are his sides and belly, and his laugh is a real delight to listen to with those deep and rich belly laughs
Kwazii
Proudly proclaims to be a Ler but is actually more of a Lee most of the time. 70% Lee and 30% Ler
He loves to tickle his family and friends, especially peso and the vegimals because they're easy and fun targets^^
Captain barnacles, Inkling or Calico jack aren't as easy targets when it comes to tickling, but that doesn't mean he won't try!
But he still ends up getting tickled silly most of the time by either one of them, and also the occasional sea creatures on missions¯\_(ツ)_/¯
He doesn't mind being tickled tho and actually enjoys the playfulness and fun aspect of it, happily laughing himself silly
He's got a loud cackling laugh and freezes up when getting tickled, right before retaliating. He actively tries not to squirm too much when getting tickled by sea creatures or the junior octonauts to not hurt them tho *❀.
His worst spots are his feet and sides, a fact his grandpa loves to exploit whenever they're having a tickle fight, along with the captain who knows that spot very well
Peso
A wholesome little Lee, but with occasional playful streaks. 80% Lee and 20% Ler
Loves to tickle his patients occasionally, along with his friends because laughter is the best medicine after all .✦ ݁˖
He also used the excuse of "needing to do a checkup" more than once, just to tickle his victim a little instead or while actually doing a checkup (better safe than sorry)
Gets tickled quite frequently by sea creatures just like kwazii, though kwazii himself often tickles him too
Doesn't even try to run away when he's the victim (he's too slow to effectively run anyway) and just let's himself get tickled while pleading for mercy...
His laugh is more on the quiet side, but very giggly and high pitched as he flails and squeaks himself silly >ᴗ<
His Feet and belly are his worst spots, but his neck and sides get great reactions too as his laugh gets ecen more high pitched and also surprisingly louder
Shellington
A hopeless cinnomonbun with the self preservation instincts of a baby. 100% Lee ⋆˚✿˖°
He gets often tickled awake by the others if he falls asleep on the job, but he doesn't mind too much ◞ ᴗ ◟
If he gets the chance then he'll definitely run away if someone tries to actively tickle him, but that usually ends with him out of breath or tripping over himself
He gets really flustered whenever someone does get him, trying to cover his face or just hugging himself and turning away/ around
Like I said, he doesn't mind being tickled, though he flails and squirm like a worm on a hook so be warned ❤︎
His worst spot is his belly, but you'll get a real good reaction if you go for his neck and ears too as he squirms away
And his laugh sounds wild and boyish in a fun way, almost like cackling but not as crazy as kwaziis laugh. He even gives little otter squeaks occasionally •⩊•
Dashi
A mischievous Ler despite her gentle looks and nature. 90% Ler and 10% Lee
She's as bad as kwazii as she dishes out sneaky little poke attacks, but she hides it better than him behind a sweet smile⊹ ࣪ ˖
Loves to tickle tweak and shellington the most out of the octonaut gang, but she's not above trying her luck with the captain too... and despite what you might think, she actually does have a good chance!
She'll loose in a battle of strength tho, wich means she has to rely on speed and words to fluster her victims into oblivion
She likes to observe her Lee and point out their reactions wich is incredibly flustering, even more so if she starts using sly comment to tease ×̷̷͜×̷ Rip
But on the off chance she's the victim, it's a quick battle as she just curls up into a little ball and giggles herself silly ❀
She's got a nice and kinda girly laugh, even hiccuping in between if you get the sweet spot on her belly with a raspberry
Tweak
Acts like a Ler just like kwazii but is actually mostly a switch. 60% Ler and 40% Lee
Likes to compete with kwazii when playing games, but she also likes to team up with Dashi to tickle the others occasionally (including kwazii) 𑄝੭
Has built several machines that helped her hold someone while tickling them, and actual tickle machines too (she's never too mean about it tho) ✌︎︎
She also gets tickled quite frequently by Dashi or her Father whenever she's stressed or needs a pick me up, but the other octonauts help out too .♡ ݁˖
She too gets very embarrassed when tickled and will hide with her rabbit ears by moving and/ or pulling them down across her face ˶>˶<˶
Her laugh is contagious and bubbly, and it rises in pitch depending on how hard you tickle her (don't tickle too hard please)
And her worst spots are her Underarms and sides, but if you wanna hear her snort then you have to go for her thighs
Professor Inkling
Despite his usually calm and gentle nature, this octopus is very playful. 90% Ler and 10% Lee
He's not one to roughhouse usually, but he's not above participating in a tickle fight from time to time if he's feeling particularly playful~
He's very competitive when it comes to games, and a tickle fight is no different as he uses all his arms to his unfair advantage ( - ᴗ •́ )
Loves to poke and prod at the others tickle spots wich he keeps note of in a small notebook, making sure he doesn't forget his discoveries from over the years
He gets very embarrassed when someone tries tickling him and actually succeeds though, but he enjoys the play time
The other octonauts know to be very gentle with their tickling, and to not overdo it and accidentally overwhelm him
His laugh is soft and nice to listen to while it lasts, and he has the tendency to coil one or two tentacles around his attacker out of habit as he lets himself get tickled
Paani
A very joyful and energetic switch. 50% Lee and Ler
Usually doesn't start tickle fights but loves to engage in them with the other Octonauts and Octoagents
He doesn't usually tease while tickling someone, but he does give flustering compliments and side facts about water without even realizing it ☔︎︎
He's a real giggle bug when tickling others or getting tickled, and he's having fun regardless on wich receiving end of the fun he is ⋆˙☆.*
Though if you actively challenge him then he'll definitely get more into it and use his tail to tickle someone too!
He's got a silly game too that he likes to play, especially with the junior octoagents where he pretends his hands are tickly spiders crawling on you (kwazii is especially effected by this game) 𖢥
His laugh is really giggly and bubbly, and he becomes especially loud when you get his tummy. He switches between curling up or squirming around when tickled but never really tries to escape ꨄ︎
Tracker
A wholesome little cutie just like Peso and shellington, except for the fact he isn't a complete sweet bean and is actually quite playful. 70% Ler 30% Lee
He likes to cheer his fellow octoagents up via tickling and praise, making sure everyone's happy
And he'll engage in a playful chase too if his victim runs away, before scooping them up into a bear hug to give them raspberries and/ or playful nibbles
He's being gentle tho and knows not to be too rough, even letting his victim get revenge after they calmed down again
If he's the victim he'll squirm a lot and flail, wich is why it's best to fetch a friend to pin him down while wrecking this beanie
He's got a really boyish laugh and isn't ashamed of it, he laughs openly and happily without a care in the world
His worst spots are his Neck and Belly, and surprisingly enough his hands are pretty sensitive too
Calico Jack
A mischievous Ler through and through wich is the total opposite of kwazii... or is he? 70% Ler and 30% Lee
He's a total Tickle Monster when it comes to the younger crew members, being all playful and energetic despite his old age
He loves to laugh and play quite a lot, and he enjoys playing with his beloved grandson more than anything via tickling kwazii to death every chance he gets
When it comes to the older members tho... I like to imagine Ranger marsh, Calico Jack and Natquik being a bestie trio... and the most capable in ganging up on Calico jack whenever he's up to no good to keep him in check ❁
A very competitive bundle of energy that pounces on anyone like his life depends on it, before scribbling his deadly claws everywhere he can reach!
Though the same method works perfectly on himself also, making him shriek and flail while giggling and cackling (He definitely needs to be held down if you don't wanna be kicked accidentally)
His whole upper body is a real good spot, but his hips work like a charm if you squeeze them epeatedly without mercy to drive him into hysterics 𓉸ྀི
Professor Natquik
Despite acting aloof and calm, he's a sneaky predator just like Dashi. 90% Ler and 10% Lee
He usually acts as the voice of reason in the group and keeps Calico jack in check, giving that mischievous pirate a taste of his own medicine ;)
Stealthy sneak attacks are his main strategy against his victims with how quiet he can be. A good hunt is always fun
He loves using his dull claws as tickle tools, and occasionally his tail if his Lee isn't wearing any shoes ⸙
But he's a tough nut that doesn't crack easily when he's the victim. It takes both his friends or several octonauts to take him down (but with lots of effort considering how good his hearing is)
He switches pretty early into Russian if you do manage to break him, wich is accompanied by wild but quiet giggles
His ears are his worst spots for gentle tickling (but always be gentle with those) while his armpits serve as a more safe option for tickles to not accidentally hurt him, but also make him loose it ⋆˚꩜｡
Ranger Marsh
A playful but mischievous switch, especially with Tweak. 60% Ler and 40% Lee
He loves to tickle his little girl whenever she's stressed or just because, he's a real softie for her... a mischievous softie
He also enjoys giving out teasing tickles to the troublemakers in his turf whenever they're up to no good ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ
But he's not immune either and gets his fair share of tickles from Calico jack and tweak, the latter girl being out for payback because of her younger days
Sulking is a no-go though, he's a good sport even after loosing. He's proud his daughter turned out strong and confident
His laugh is gruff but warm in a fatherly way... wich he is. He also does the same thing Tweak does with her ears, pulling them down to cover his face while blushing madly and squirming around
His Armpits and Knees are major tickle spots for him, along with his Neck. He snorts too when you get him good, a fact both Natquik and Calico Jack love to tease him about (he doesn't mind too much tho, it's all in good fun after all^^)
As promised @gigglygoob, here are the HCs
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