Thithox is resilient, sharp-eyed, and slow to place his trust in anyone. He works alongside others because cooperation is necessary for survival, and definitely not because he assumes goodwill will come naturally. From his perspective, a group only works if every member pulls their weight and claims only the share they have earned. It is not an unreasonable or even uncommon expectation, but Thithox is rarely subtle about enforcing it, and his voice is often the first -- and loudest -- when he believes someone is falling short.

He measures others by effort and reliability rather than charm or promises. A companion who proves they can work hard, fight hard, and stand their ground in difficult moments will find that Thithox's wariness can gradually turn into fierce approval. Once that line is crossed, the same volume once used for anger becomes enthusiasm, pride, and booming laughter that carries across the settlement.

His gestures of friendship tend to be just as forceful. A congratulatory clap on the back from Thithox can leave someone stumbling or even bruised, and his idea of relaxing with friends usually involves some form of competition. The highest compliment he can offer is an invitation to spar during free time, a sign that he considers someone strong enough to test him and trustworthy enough to stand at his side.