Character Headcanon Examples
Personality Traits
Luna Lovegood keeps a dream journal and can predict the weather based on how her earrings feel against her neck.
Sherlock Holmes has perfect pitch and can identify any musical note, which helps him notice when something is "off" in his environment.
Hermione Granger organizes her books by emotional impact rather than alphabetically, keeping comfort reads at eye level.
Hidden Backstories
Tony Stark learned to cook as a child because his parents were often away, and he still makes comfort food when stressed.
Katniss Everdeen taught herself to braid hair by practicing on Prim's dolls, which is why she's so good at intricate braids.
Aragorn has a collection of pressed flowers from every place he's traveled, keeping them in a leather journal.
Relationship Headcanon Examples
Friendships
Harry & Ron have a secret handshake they created in second year and still use before Quidditch matches.
Steve & Bucky used to sneak into movie theaters during the Depression and would recreate scenes for each other later.
Romance
Elizabeth & Darcy write each other letters even when they're in the same house, leaving them in books for the other to find.
Morticia & Gomez dance to thunderstorms and consider lightning the most romantic music.
Family
The Weasley Family has a tradition where each child plants a tree when they turn eleven, creating a magical grove behind the Burrow.
The Stark Family has a secret recipe for hot chocolate that's been passed down for generations, known only to direct family members.
Genre-Specific Headcanons
Fantasy
- • Dragons purr when content
- • Elves taste colors in music
- • Magic users dream in spells
- • Unicorns are actually quite sassy
Sci-Fi
- • AIs develop favorite colors
- • Space travelers collect gravity
- • Robots have digital dreams
- • Time travelers age differently
Modern
- • Coffee shop regular orders
- • Spotify playlist meanings
- • Social media habits
- • Favorite Netflix shows
Historical
- • Secret letter codes
- • Hidden talents
- • Period-appropriate hobbies
- • Social customs
Tips for Creating Great Headcanons
Character-Focused Tips
- • Consider their childhood experiences
- • Think about their fears and comfort items
- • Imagine their daily routines
- • Explore their relationships with family
- • Consider their hobbies and interests
Story Integration
- • Stay consistent with canon personality
- • Fill gaps in the original story
- • Add emotional depth
- • Consider cultural background
- • Think about character growth
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