Object

Human-Shaped Epidermal Mold of Data

A meticulously crafted human-shaped epidermal mold discovered in the Omicron Theta colony laboratory perfectly matching the android Data's torso and head epidermis. This physical casting crystallizes Data's synthetic origins and serves as a tangible link to his creator, Doctor Noonien Soong, embodying the bridge between artificial construction and biological form and symbolizing the android’s unique identity.

4 appearances

Purpose

To serve as a physical mold capturing the exact external form of Data, enabling the exploration of his synthetic creation and providing critical evidence for understanding his origins and the possibility of duplicates or siblings.

Significance

The mold transforms abstract concepts of artificial life into a concrete artifact, anchoring Data’s identity in a physical reality and catalyzing ethical and existential questions about selfhood, replication, and the nature of sentient androids within the narrative.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

4 moments

S1E14 · Datalore

Uncovering Data’s Origins in the Colony Laboratory

The human-shaped epidermal mold is revealed when Riker opens the laboratory table, presenting a torso and head portion perfectly matching Data’s exterior. Data physically presses the mold against himself, confirming its role in crafting his synthetic skin and identity.

Before: Concealed within a covered laboratory table, undisturbed and awaiting discovery.

After: Exposed and handled by Data, now actively serving as a tangible link to his artificial origins.

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S1E14 · Datalore

Discovery of Data’s Exterior Mold and the Unassembled Duplicate

The human-shaped epidermal mold is revealed by Riker opening the large laboratory table. It fits Data’s exterior perfectly, physically manifesting his synthetic origin and linking him to Doctor Soong. This mold serves as a pivotal clue grounding the abstract concept of Data's artificial construction in tangible form.

Before: Concealed beneath the laboratory table, untouched and integrated within the lab’s equipment.

After: Extracted and handled by Data and Riker, becoming a focal point for their investigation.

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S1E14 · Datalore

Yar Reports Abandoned Colony; Discovery of Data's Origin Mold and Duplicate Parts

The human-shaped epidermal mold is revealed by Riker opening a laboratory table, presenting a perfect physical match to Data’s exterior and confirming his synthetic origins. It functions as a tangible link between Data and Doctor Soong’s craftsmanship, deepening the mystery of identity and creation.

Before: Concealed within a laboratory table, untouched and awaiting discovery.

After: Extracted from the table and physically compared to Data, held within the laboratory during the investigation.

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S1E14 · Datalore

Unearthing Data's Doppelgängers: The Android Parts Discovery

The human-shaped epidermal mold is revealed when Riker opens the large laboratory table. Data handles the mold, pressing it against himself to confirm a perfect fit, which concretely links it to his synthetic exterior. This mold serves as tangible proof of the craftsmanship behind Data’s creation and symbolizes the physical bridge between artificial and biological form.

Before: Concealed within a covered worktable in the colony laboratory, undisturbed and hidden from view.

After: Removed from its concealment and physically examined by Data and Riker, remaining in the laboratory.

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