Object
Data's Rodney Dangerfield-Style Bow Tie
A flashy, oversized bow tie in riotous colors, patterned with flamboyant designs that amplify Data's awkward yet earnest attempt at comedic performance. Its garish hues and broad knot clash deliberately with Data's usually precise Starfleet aesthetic, transforming him into a pastiche of 20th-century lounge comedians. Worn during his experimental stand-up routine in the holodeck nightclub, the tie's exaggerated style becomes a visual punchline—its very presence mocking Data's mechanical delivery and the programmed laughter of the audience. The tie's artificial vibrancy underscores the artificiality of the entire performance, a stark reminder that studied replication can't capture organic humor.
3 appearances
Purpose
To serve as a key costume piece for Data's Rodney Dangerfield-inspired comedic persona during his holodeck stand-up routine, visually signaling his attempt to embody classic Earth comedy styles.
Significance
Symbolizes both the depth of Data's cultural research into humor and the fundamental disconnect between studied replication and organic comedic timing. Its loud artificiality mirrors the holodeck audience's programmed responses, becoming a silent testament to the limitations of synthetic humor.
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