[ Just about everybody's meant to be Talrovian's friend as far as the construct is concerned. Oh, someone could make him be a little less inclined to help them than usual if they worked at it, but overall? Talrovian likes people.

Especially people that treat him like people.

Yogi gets hugged back just as happily, tight enough to be genuine but not too tight for any of his insulated frame to hurt, and definitely not in any hurry to let go. Physical contact recharge time is just a bonus to getting hugs, if you ask him!

He laughs, his voice sort of resonant, but easily identified as young and male as he rambles away without provocationg. ] It was great! I got it at an equality rally! I was just standing around watching and someone said 'hey you!' and put it in my hands, so I took it home afterwards. [ A beat to think, then another laugh. ] I think next time I go to a rally I'll take a 'Free Hugs' sign and see what happens!