@riddlercenary Right? They're the type to rile each other up, either ending in a kiss or a spat. It's one of the many ways they unknowingly help each other loosen up and be in the moment.
A thing I love about nortnaib is that they both can grow a little cocky when they're friends with someone. I can see them having little bets between each other, just little challenges to show their skills. It's a way for them to bond and have a bit of fun.
For Norton, it stokes the flames of his drive to be better. The force that got him out of the mines, dragged him from the rubble and told him to keep going. Even if it was just something silly like a board game, he knew Naib always gave it his all, so he did too. To be better.
For Naib, it brings back the old feeling of camaraderie he had in the military. The simple things his teammates came up with to pass the time, battles forgotten over some drinks and cards.
A GIF I made for my game project. I don't know when I'll be able to finish it; this is just a small part.
A GIF for Mr. Inference is also in the works.