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+ | [[File:Worf's gorch.jpg|thumb|A ''gorch'' located alongside Worf's nose]] |
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+ | A '''''gorch''''' was a large and unsightly [[skin]] inflammation to which adolescent [[Klingon]]s were prone, similar to the [[Human]] skin condition [[pimple|acne]]. |
| − | In [[2375]], due to his exposure to the [[metaphasic radiation]] on |
+ | In [[2375]], due to his exposure to the [[metaphasic radiation]] on {{dis|Ba'ku|planet}}, [[Lieutenant Commander]] [[Worf]] acquired a ''gorch'' on his nose, even though he was thirty-five years old. ({{film|9}}) |
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| − | [http://www.toughpigs.com/anthgorcha00.htm Gorch skits at Toughpigs.com] |
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Revision as of 14:50, 7 December 2014
A gorch located alongside Worf's nose
A gorch was a large and unsightly skin inflammation to which adolescent Klingons were prone, similar to the Human skin condition acne.
In 2375, due to his exposure to the metaphasic radiation on Ba'ku, Lieutenant Commander Worf acquired a gorch on his nose, even though he was thirty-five years old. (Star Trek: Insurrection)