• SanctimoniousApe@lemmings.world
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      1 day ago

      Do the Borg actually shit, tho? I’m only a casual Trekkie, but I don’t recall them addressing that issue…

      (And just to be clear - yes, I know what MP line you’re referencing.)

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        5 hours ago

        I don’t recall anyone having to take one in Star Trek, my head canon is they remove it via transporters at night, like a quick swap when aleeping. As someone with intestinal issues that sounds wonderful.

        I haven’t seen much of the newer series though and I assume they still urinate to lower energy costs. I may have pondered this a bit.

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        In Voyager, 7-of-9 had to keep going back to her drone recharge/nutrition unit until her digestive system reformed. Basically a whole bunch of Borg equipment replaced basic staying-alive organs.

        So if they don’t ingest, I’d imagine they don’t shit.