I’m watching TNG s4e26/s5e1 “Redemption”. There’s a scene where Worf’s honor is restored, by grabbing and bloodying Gowron’s d’k tahg. This got me thinking, Klingons absolutely adore blood rituals. Presumably, 24th century medicine makes contracting an STD a trivial issue. However, 21st century equivalent medicine would be far more limited.

    • BarneyPiccolo@lemmy.cafe
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      They are extremely violent, and sustain countless injuries throughout their lives. They likely evolved to be able to resist infections and heal quickly.