Among Viridi it is. They also place the tips of each whiskers on the part between the horn and eye. It's mainly used for special occasions and family gatherings.
Among Viridi it is. They also place the tips of each whiskers on the part between the horn and eye.
You could interpret that way, but it's more formal than a hug and involves everyone present for the special occasion.
I got the idea for it from the Hongi (the nose touching comparison is obvious, but it also has a special meaning). My high school included it as a welcome to first years during the PÅwhiri. Also been a few other times when I was visiting a Marae. I really like it as a greeting, its very intimate for strangers.
Only other comparison I can thing of is a hand shake where you pat each others back afterwards.
You could interpret that way, but it's more formal than a hug and involves everyone present for the
I'm curious...Does this type of greeting only apply to the mate of the child or would it be specifically for those who are considered family? Idk why but I find this an incredibly interesting way to greet others, I really like how you went about it.
I'm curious...Does this type of greeting only apply to the mate of the child or would it be specific
Would mostly be used among family but for special occasions (like bonding day!) or family gatherings only. But anyone attending the occasion would also get a nose bump. So Chani's already had hers from Sylvester =P
Is a Viridi specific greeting, other races have different ones.
Would mostly be used among family but for special occasions (like bonding day!) or family gatherings
