NOG: Personnel File

Today we look into the Starfleet career of Nog, the first Ferengi in Starfleet from cadet to lieutenant in the show and how the books and games took his character to the rank of Captain of his own vessel.
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[@spaceninja7687]

Nog, the second person to ever beat the kobishamaru just by negotiating with the enemy AI to the point it crashed the system.

[@fozzy1004]

Legend, there is a reason why he had star ships named after him.

[@joemcascio]

…and did so without rewriting the program.

[@kiheirc3195]

So cool I didn’t know that.

[@insertcognomen]

don't the klingons jam all transmissions during the scenario. how did he negotiate?

[@michka841]

@@insertcognomen Ferengi ALWAYS find a way to negociate

[@darnchacha1632]

Nog was such a good example of character development. RIP Aron Eisenberg.

[@brucemorton1176]

I was going to say the same thing. Other than Data we really haven't seen a character developed like this. Nog is and will always be one of my favourite characters in Star Trek

[@carlose4314]

F

[@mikeyb2932]

In the beginning I found Nog annoying but he ended up being my favorite character in the show.

[@ozsdcontentcreator1068]

DarnChaCha what do you mean RIP Aaron Eiesnburg?

[@darnchacha1632]

@@ozsdcontentcreator1068 Aaron Eiesnburg was the actor who played NOG and he recently passed.

[@Vontux]

Sisko sponsored Nog when he told him the actual reason he wanted to join Starfleet was so he wouldn't end up like his father.

[@deranathonarkantos6712]

That was one of the best scenes in all Star Trek!

[@toysmostwanted]

The thing is, by Nog doing what he did, inspired his father to become free from the shackles of the Ferengi way of life.

[@deranathonarkantos6712]

And ironically ended up becoming the most powerful Ferengi in the galaxy!

[@RimaNari]

I always understood that scene such that Sisko was impressed or satisfied by his work, but he couldn't yet judge Nog properly, still seeing him as the arrogant little boy that he used to be. Only when Sisko gets angry and Nog reveals his personal motivation does Sisko realize the character development Nog underwent. So he may have been satisfied with Nog's work, but he didn't trust him yet. Meaning, that it's not ONLY Nogs personal motivation of not wanting to end up like his father that made Sisko sponsor him, but also his good work.

[@lafeil]

He want more in life

[@whyaddnamehere]

My heart still is sad that Aron is gone! He was such a sweet guy who loved his fans. He played Nog with heart and conviction.

[@peterrobson8026]

I met him at a Star Trek Con in Bremen, He was a gem of a young guy. I felt he was destined for great things in the Star Trek universe !!! His portrayal of Nog was memorable, whatever the storyline was !!!

[@LickMyMusketBallsYankee]

Not such a good actor. The voice he used for Nog was the same one when he portrayed a Kazon in Voyager

[@singletona082]

What starfleet got in Nog was a jewel encrusted latinum egg. Someone that is very driven, tenacious, intelligant and willing tiimprovize on the fly. Also what i see as being the best of ferrangi culture in practicing the art of the deal and seeing conflict as a sort of negociation 'you want something. I want something. How can we walk away from this transaction satisfied?' A far cry from the first depictions of ferrangi in Next Gen.

[@ScornedOne1080]

When you learn to use the worst aspect of your species to your advantage in any situation. I think we can safely say he found out that the Rules of Acquisition can be applied to social and philosophical gain as much as material. He's quite literally a rags to commander story, finding a place where his talents could be best applied . . . who knows, perhaps in a future Star Trek, we learn that the Ferengi are undergoing a civil revolution as a result of Nog's accomplishments.

[@kinagrill]

Nog was still ferengi at heart... it was just less about the material wealth for him, and all about the wealth of his status in life, so to speak. Which was nice, cuz it didn't feel 'off' for a Ferengi, but rather like the smarter kind that sought his wealth in the way Starfleet does it - the need for things and moeny? eh, the wealth of knowledge, experiences out in the deep, darkness of space? to serve on some of the most advanced space vessels, etc? yup, that's it for Nog.

[@MichaelClark-uw7ex]

@@ScornedOne1080 When his father, Rom became Grand Nagus, he started a cultural revolution with his reforms.

[@ScornedOne1080]

@@MichaelClark-uw7ex I know that, and it's ironic that this nobody of a "business associate" took a chance at a different life model that turned out to work very well for them, even to start this species wide mentality shift.

[@Qardo]

Nog was always my favorite character. And the reason Sisko sponsored Nog to the Academy was not just him being good at cargo management. It was the fact Nog was very serious. He wanted to change his life and never end up as his father. Sisko saw this and agreed to sponsoring him. Though I had no idea he beat the Kobayashi Maru twice. And I am still laughing at the fact he caused the program to crash. Kirk would be proud.

[@singletona082]

It isn't just that Nog didn't want to be like hsi father. He saw that his father could be so much more, but the toxic bits of Ferrangi culture held him back, and Nog wanted t obe more than what that culture would allow... without spitting on or forgetting what good could come of it.

[@Qardo]

@@singletona082 Well, Rom did better himself lol. He became Grand Nagus. And in Beta canon he reformed Ferragni society. Without disrupting the status quo too much. So I guess could be said that Nog did good.

[@SS-zg5dv]

Honestly, giving how Kirk beat it? Nog is the only one to officially beat it, without tampering with the test. Which makes him amazing if they made it alpha canon.

[@Reddotzebra]

As Quark says: "We're NEGOTIATORS! We MAKE DEALS!" Which is even more funny since they end up shooting the POW they are supposed to exchange, by accident. XD

[@daydreamer8662]

I'm surprised they never went back to an early episode between Nog, Jake, and Sisko. Sisko forbade Jake from hanging out with Nog until he saw his son was teaching Nog how to read. It was the start of Nog's and to a lesser extant, Jake's development as characters

[@ericbrett3095]

I loved the scene where Nog sells all his possessions before going into Star Fleet Academy. I like the way the Bajoran's on the ship delighted in learning about a new culture. That is the future I want. Even Worf got into the action by buying a tooth grinder.

[@toysmostwanted]

That was so funny. He even tested it.

[@TheLastVoodooMan]

@@toysmostwanted I can still hear it's sound xD

[@arav13]

That is a future I want too, but it is also a future which I might never get

[@dhotnessmcawesome9747]

@@arav13 MIGHT never get? Now that's the sound of hope right there. I like it. It gives the idea we MIGHT get to go to alien garage sales in our lifetimes. I know I sure could use a good used tooth grinder. AND hasperat... Whatever that is... seems tasty.

[@billybegood466]

I believe it was a tooth sharpener. But yeah, fantastic scene.

[@RandallFrequentFlyerFlagg]

One of my favorite Nog episodes is Treachery, Faith, and the Great River (S7, Ep. 6) where Nog introduces Chief O'Brien to the Great Material Continuum.

[@WesStacey]

"Treachery, Faith, and the Great River" really showed what the Ferengi way of life could offer when disconnected from the toxic greed that was so common throughout the society, I think that episode showed a good preview of what Moogie/Rom where destined to bring to society later in the series.

[@RandallFrequentFlyerFlagg]

Wes Stacey, you put into words what I was unable to express.

[@WesStacey]

@@RandallFrequentFlyerFlagg no problem man.

[@singletona082]

that episode showed the best of and what Ferrangi culture COULD be. Something better than it is now, without becoming something it was not.

[@silentdeath7847]

O'Brien propably felt like he was drowning half the time 😂

[@SchneeflockeMonsoon]

The word is given. Warp Speed, Mr. Nog. *Salutes with tears*

[@timesthree5757]

Safe travels nog. To boldly go were no man has gone before.

[@stampede122]

I think Mewtwo’s quote applies to Nog; "I see now that the Circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant. It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are."

[@jetfire1153red]

And to quote splinter the rat from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles "do not confuse the spectre of your origins with your current worth. " In other words when it comes to what you've become origins are irrelevant as it's got more to do with who you want to be than were you came from.

[@sgtmyers88]

I have to admit the American version of the Pokemon movie had some very mature and insightful writing.

[@admiralsquatbar127]

I would have loved for him to turn up in Picard, just one last time. That would've been great.

[@TheBlarggle]

Seeing how Picard turned out, they'd have probably viciously murdered him in some needless way.

[@asvarien]

So Nog was promoted to Lt within a year of graduating the academy as an Ensign. Harry Kim spent 7 years on Voyager as an Ensign doing a Lt Cmdr's job (Head of Operations). It wouldn't have made any difference practically but for the sake of his career Janeway could and should have promoted Kim to Lt after a year or two since she always assumed they'd make it back home. She promoted Tuvok from Lt to Lt Cmdr and Paris went from Lt to Ensign and back to Lt again.

[@nicholaskling1813]

That's because the producers and Garret Wang had constant disagreements about the character, and in order to punish him, kept him as an Ensign. Rick Berman has a history of this kind of vindictiveness towards anyone who even slightly disagrees with him.

[@ptonpc]

From what I remember of the rumours of the time. Garret Wong was not particularly easy work with. Arriving late, not learning lines, smoking dope on set.

[@hansakkerman2611]

@@nicholaskling1813 Hence "These are the voyages" after Manny Coto took over and breathed new life into "Enterprise"

[@ptonpc]

@ValorJ Omega From what I remember, the producers thought he was some sort of heart throb for certain demographics. It's the reason his character had a habit of either being seriously injured / ill / having a crisis. Every time was the producers telling him "Look mate, we can fire your ass if you push us."

[@PyrokineticFire1]

didn't Paris start the mission as a civilian (still a convict) before being battlefield reinstated as Lt (then the demotion/re promotion)

[@marshallhuffer4713]

I suggested Nog in honor of the passing of the actor who played him, Aron Eisenberg.

[@hinokonakamura2061]

Thank you

[@jasonmgomez]

As a Marine, Nog's PTSD storyline hits me hard every time i watch it. God bless, Aron. Go easy.

[@3Rayfire]

It's one of the richest PTSD stories American television has ever had the privilege of having. It was very honest. Made all the more intense by the fact that we grew up with him. That wasn't some red shirt, it was family. Which is how it should always be.

[@marshallhuffer4713]

Aron actually explained how after the episode "It's Only a Paper Moon" was aired, he was contacted by a number of combat veterans who told him that his performance was extremely true to life, and who complimented him on his work.

[@paulgrattan8343]

STO seems to imply by the end of the Iconian War he is probably the Federations most foremost expert on Temporal technology perhaps even surpasing Seven of Nine's knowledge on the subject.

[@Treffaut]

The Kobayashi Maru test is pretty fragile if they didn't consider, "What if you gave them the old flim-flam?"

[@jsly621]

My favorite episode that sheds light on Nog (and favorite episodes of DS9 period) is “Faith, Treachery and the Great River.”

[@finregan9322]

A wonderful tribute to Aron......Star Trek legend.....

[@carminemurphy1275]

Aaron was spectacular.

[@TheKagedd]

Yo, this was very well done and completed in a very tasteful manner. Nog was a great character and Eisenberg was a great man as well. Great job, this was an excellent tribute.

[@occultatumquaestio5226]

Just pointing it out, I find the changing of the Uniform based on the date to be nice little feature.

[@krisguntner4805]

Aron will live forever in star trek.

[@heartattackjack9349]

I love how you're weaving his character on STO and the shows into one. Its an almost seamless profile, not taking into account the possible differences that may pop up due to the new Star Trek, with Picard. It really sucks that Aron Eisenberg passed away far too soon, and couldn't take part in advancing that character.

[@SinbadNaiver]

In Memory of Aaron Eisenberg...he will never be forgotten....

[@carminemurphy1275]

I agree, a true mensch. A Jewish Scholar.

[@angelrivera2339]

Nog represents the Star Trek ideal that we can do better than we think we can. Everything that Nog went through showed us a person whose growth we could see. He did not come from the Federation, but from with the support of others, he grew into someone to be admired.

[@occultatumquaestio5226]

Another important aspects of Nog's character is that unlike many of the other characters that are made to be look up towards, Nog is one the 20th and 21st century audience can better relate too.

[@pacifistattack]

This was not a poor tribute, it was well done.

[@carminemurphy1275]

I agree as well.

[@hellyssademonn1351]

Fuckles! That guy died?! I just met him! :( He had a lot to say about Nog, told stories, and was just a great guy to have lunch with! Damn, yo!

[@mrdexs]

Relax your mind, in no way should anybody take this as an attempt to sensationalize the passing of the actor I feel this is a proper tribute, to his character and to his work, thank you.

[@mb2000]

5:31 “He received counselling from station counsellor Ezri Dax”. Taking counselling from Ezri is like taking acting tips from Tommy Wiseau.

[@CheezyDee]

"How dare you presume to help me, you can't even help yourself. Now get out of here, before I say something unkind."

[@EvanCops]

No its not!

[@vamp_bat_chomp]

Even as someone who liked Ezri I agree, Sisko wanted her because he wanted his friend back, but Ezri was only a junior counselor before she got Dax and after Dax she should have taken the time to get her head on straight before resuming her career.

[@bustedsim]

@@vamp_bat_chomp Yeah... I liked Ezri too, but the fact she only had one season to be introduced and integrated into the cast/crew did not do the character any favors. Add on top that a good chunk of that season was about the show ending and tying up loose ends, it's no wonder she was quickly jammed into place and fast-tracked into a higher position she wasn't quite qualified for.

[@3Rayfire]

Honestly Vic helped more than Ezri.

[@darth_yoda]

Thanks for the great video about one of my favorite Star trek characters!!!! R.I.P Aron!

[@812guitars]

I always enjoyed seeing Nog and his antics. In the end he’s a self made man. You gotta respect that.

[@dwarf365]

Sweet! Rest in peace, such a great actor.

[@EhWotWhy]

RIP Aron. Nog was such a great character.

[@fefnireindraer144]

I love how he ends up being captain of a proto-type that he probably helped make. That would be a fitting finish to his arc.

[@OldMiley]

A great example of character development, standing out in a series full of great characters. RIP Aron Eisenberg.

[@TheLongjohntim]

What I really loved was he didn't say he wanted to be the first Feringi to join Star Fleet. He said he wanted to join Star Fleet.

[@iamdmc]

Nog was one of the best characters ever

[@Reddotzebra]

He was basically Wesley Crusher done right.

[@reverendaero]

I'm just sad we will never get Captain Nog. RIP Aron.

[@Corbomite_Meatballs]

We have Captain Nog in STO, and you can play alongside the character in a number of missions.

[@reverendaero]

I used to play a few years ago, have two admiral characters but the grind to get better ships got very boring for me tbh, I might go back and play it some more at some point. I saw they added Aron to the plaque in Earth Spacedock and got the feels.

[@ricebar6773]

looks like he did something worthwhile.

[@ulrikcaspersen9145]

The idea that Nog might have had a role in the development of the Chimera seems very likely and logical, as he later became Captain of said starship. Why? Because this would have given him technical knowledge of the vessel, and possible quirks. Also, this fits perfectly with the fact that Sisko was involved in design of the Defiant, and then later became (the first?) of this vessel.

[@jacksonheathen2092]

I liked Nog on DS9 (well enough). But Quark was definitely my favorite Ferengi (an even better character). Quark was inevitably infected by Hue-Mon values, he was always stiil was a traditional Ferengi at heart.

[@julius-stark]

I really grew to love Nog, what I wouldn't give to see him crash the KM test with complex negotiations.

[@budscroggins2632]

Nog getting Lippy with Gen Martok was classic

[@alankwok2210]

In his honor, Star Trek Discovery named a ship, USS Nog!

[@michaelgreenwood3413]

Just like the 25th Century has Kirk and Archer-class ships.

[@TrekkieBrie]

I recommend this months ago! Thank you so much. Aron was a friend of mine and I had forgotten I asked you to do this, now it means even more.

[@ChrisWilliams-zz1kt]

RIP of the first ferengi of the federation

[@3Rayfire]

That's a great title when you read it.

[@220017255]

My favorite episode is where nog develops PTSD. In all of star trek ds9 finally showed the side of war and it's effects in people, really made this my favorite series

[@NickGreyden]

The Ferengi were a terrible species before DS9 and even the first season didn't do much in their favor. But the writers did the difficult job of laying the groundwork to make them more well rounded and the actors and directors pulled it off beautifully. Afterwards, Quark, Rom, and Nog together with the appearance of others along the way made them an amazing three dimensional addition to Star Trek lore.

[@bheppes]

RIP Aron, one of my very favorite characters on DS9!

[@davidseligman6445]

"He received counseling from Ezri Dax and returned to active duty.." Vic Fontaine: Am I nothing to you?

[@stampede122]

I think Mewtwo’s quote applies to Nog; "I see now that the Circumstances of one's birth are irrelevant. It is what you do with the gift of life that determines who you are."

[@ultramaximusreviews]

The one thing about Discovery that I liked was the addition of the USS Nog in the future.

[@patrickradcliffe3837]

Nog and Garak had some of the best character development in the series.

[@octoberboiy]

Wow I had no idea he was so successful. Good for him and RIP to his actor.

[@briantucker5322]

Keep your ears open

[@3Rayfire]

"Hear all, *trust nothing."*

[@jetfire1153red]

One thing that needs to be added is there just before the end of the Dominion war (although it took place inside a holosuite program) he found a rather innovative use for his hyper sensitive hearing as a safecracker.

[@hawkticus_history_corner]

Enters negotiations to stall for time. Very Ferengi of you Nog, I salute you.

[@Aurora2097]

Nog was one of the best ds9 characters! In fact all its ferengi were great...

[@drpigeyes]

Love the videos man. Gonna miss nog.

[@dragonweyr44]

Travel to the Talos system is NOW General Order 7? It WAS General Order 1 in Kirk's time Nog is probably my favorite DS9 character. I met Aron Eisenberg once at a Star Trek convention and he was one of my favorite actors in in the Star Trek franchise

[@dragonweyr44]

@lcyw20 I went to a ST con in Indianapolis Indiana and Chase Masterson, Aron Eisenberg and Max Grodenchik were together. They didn't dress as Ferengi or Bajoran but it was still a fun time but this was a few years ago

[@corywilliams2255]

The Starfleet prohibition on travel to the Talos system was always General Order 7.

[@3Rayfire]

General Order 1 is the Prime (as in first) Directive and has been since the Federation Starfleet was incorporated.

[@updfdrakkell143]

nog is one of many reasons why i liked sisquo as the best commander. Nog has got to be one of my fav characters out of ALL star trek. And this was a good tribute to Aron

[@Reddotzebra]

I agree, although punching Q in the face is still a heavy contender. XD

[@updfdrakkell143]

@@Reddotzebra one of many. I dont know why but i just like ds9 better out of all the newer stuff (90-now).

[@xGoodOldSmurfehx]

Nog is the MVP, best character with the best character story in every single series sorry Spock, McCoy, Monty, Data and Picard, Nog is just the best

[@corywilliams2255]

R.I.P. Aron Eisenberg. You left us much too soon.

[@shendaraalshedir1933]

Was so proud of Nog when l wstched DS9! I bet many recall forging a difficult path that made them feel like the only Ferengi in a Federation classroom, kudos to all who plugged on & succeeded. This is extra sad as Nog is now gone forever. But what a sweet legacy; Aron Eisenberg used to say that every time he was called in to work an episode, he was living his dream. In spite of his health he grabbed that star and had the best ride! Lovely kind soul. Miss you Nog! Rest In Peace Aron.🌹😔🌹. From a ST fan since the 60's...🌈🇨🇦☘️

[@Redshirt434]

I hope, someday, we get a main Canon reference to Captain Nog, in a Star Trek series... He deserves that much. RIP Aron.

[@jkm7983]

And around this time the ferengi were slowly started to no longer believe in their religion. This doesn't mean they were no longer following the rules of acquisition. it's like how modern countries don't really have that much to do with religion while other less developed countries are highly influenced by religion.

[@chonconnor6144]

Nog was one of the best characters in all of Star Trek and his arc through the series was the most satisfying on DS9

[@agediho6009]

NGL it wouldn't surprise me one bit if Nog just ended up as an admiral

[@MisterW0lfe]

As an Honored Warrior, both as an opponent and an ally, Nog has free entry to Sto-vo-kor in the afterlife. Qapla'.

[@MacTechG4]

Yes, Nog has a true understanding and a sense of honor, he is a true Warrior and welcomed among the Honored Dead! Qapla! We shall sing songs of him! Let’s raise a glass of Bloodwine!

[@MisterW0lfe]

@@MacTechG4 A glass? we shall open a BARREL of 2309 in his honor!

[@MacTechG4]

William Mitchell; no, let’s open a Klingon size Mega-Keg in his honor!

[@joeottsoulbikes415]

This was an excellent video!!! Thank you soooo much! Nog was my favorite character from DS 9. I was very saddened to learn of Aron Eisenbergs passing. He was a brilliant actor who faced a challenging role and pulled it off with remarkable success. The Ferengi were my least favorite people when introduced in TNG. All those playing Ferengi in DS 9 shows changed that over time but particularly the character if Nog. Aron will be missed as an actor in the world of sci fi media but left us with a great collection of film to enjoy. Thank you again for documenting this!

[@MihzvolWuriar]

Well, you didn't capitalized on the events, but this was so good, it should've been released sooner, really good, cheers mate, and let's celebrate life with that character, A. Eisenberg was a genius, not only on Nog, everything he played.

[@shmee123ful]

while its sad the actor for nog has passed away, I have always believed that while actors and actresses are finite. the characters they portrayed are forever so long as they are remembered. so I encourage all to continue weighting storeys that feature charaters whose actors have passed.

[@brianriley5108]

The first character I made in STO was Ferengi. It wasn't specifically Nog related, but rather a combination of everything that had happened to their culture. Rom being Nagas, Nog being the first in to Starfleet, etc, allowed for the people to realize that they could have differently focused lives than just the pursuit of Profit.

[@facetiousmonkey5322]

DS9 had much better character development over any of the other series (including TNG). You CARED about these people. I remember watching this when it originally aired and teared up at this scene. And of course, the actors! Avery Brooks and Aron Eisenberg killed this scene

[@brandannix8711]

"A person's actions dictate their position in life, not their position in birth" Genius

[@Rabijeel]

Nog was *refused* first by Sisko - and not Accepted. Only after Nog broke down and revealed his Intentions to be true Sisko accepted - because, Nogs Words were something he whished for his Son who did not wanted to and also - mainly - of himself and his Fathers Buisness he sought to escape from, joining Star Fleet. Nogs Words were - without knowing - the exact Words Sisko told his Pa as he left in a quarrel for not returning a long Time, both holding somewhat of a Grudge. And Nog is practically a "Veteran" before his Career begins, as his first Battles are the worst and he was everytime all in the Fray and completelea out of his Zone - and yet he fought through. Thus, after his Wound, his PTSD kicked in fully - and by overcoming it, he became one of the greatest and most fierce and fearless Starfleet Offices. He may not have the Lobes, but his Balls are made from hardened Latinum and the Heart he has is bigger than a Targs.

[@DC_Prox]

RIP Aron. I once had a chat with him on social media about his photography pursuits. Really nice guy, he appreciated life and didn't take things for granted.

[@Dimension137]

just a point out the DS9 series is the only Canon source of nog's life the last bits you talk about is from Star Trek online which is not considered Canon and the real life actor who played him died and that would have been the events before Star Trek online so more evidence that it's not Canon the character would have passed away before then. I think it's a bad idea the ferengi given up their pursuit of profit to join Starfleet it most likely would end to the destruction of their home world

[@magicalhats]

New respect for Captain Nog.

[@aped3]

It would be Cool if Nog teach at STARFLEET Academy !!! In charge !!!

[@theAEDan]

The second Ferengi start to join starfleet that’s pretty much it for the Ferengi way of life. Capitalism relies on those with business acumen, and those without, the latter exploited by the former to generate wealth and profit. If Ferengi less suited to business and more suited to other fields of study can simply leave, the cycle of exploitation is living on borrowed time.

[@loszhor]

I'm glad things worked out for Nog, he was always so chill.

[@aussiebuster4988]

This needs an update. We now have a new ship USS Nog. Please update Nog's Personnel file with the new info. Live long and Prosper Nog & Aron

[@darcraven01]

its a shame Aron Eisenberg passed. it'd have been nice to see him return in a future series as captain nog. RIP Aron

[@marioangelini1860]

I am still grateful to Nog because he saves our butts from The Klingons and a Borg Cube in Star Trek Online.

[@kregadeth5562]

When I finally watched DS9 I thought to myself “wow this kid that plays Nog is so talented!” And I wanted to watch him in everything he had ever been in. That’s when I found out that he was no longer with us.

[@WizardOfCause]

I have had the good privilege of speaking through direct messages with Aron Eisenberg a few times. He was a remarkably, truly remarkably warm and affable man. We were making plans to stream together to have a nerd fest live stream about all things Trek. He was forced to put off our arrangement as he had a soccer season to see to victory as a coach. They won those games if I'm not mistaken. He will be missed.

[@twotone3471]

Legend has it that the only piece of gold pressed latinum Nog has is his Starfleet Insignia.

[@zer0teku]

Nog was a great character. Should do Dax just to round out the DS9 cast

[@doug2496]

Damn he served under sisko, scotty and picard

[@3Rayfire]

I think Data too in that timeline.

[@SDVGUY]

A wonderful video... Thank you sir for making it. As a simple man moving into his older years, I am grateful to have witnessed good story telling on the small screen.

[@CJ-442]

One thing that always confused me about the Valiant incident. Shouldn’t Nog have automatically been put into command since he was the only actual officer? The members of Red Squad were only cadets that were given battlefield promotions; promotions that most likely would have been revoked after rejoining the Federation.

[@3Rayfire]

The writers based it on old battlefield promotion rules back in the wooden ship's age (Star Trek often defaulted to that as the distances in space travel are similar to the level isolation in the age of pioneers), meaning it would've taken an actual Captain to relieve Watters. Besides I doubt they would've listened anyway. A curious fact is that despite being Battlefield commissioned to full officer himself, Nog was originally in the same class with the Red Squad Cadets taking their midshipman's cruise.

[@okamiseven]

I got so excited when I saw the USS Nog in Discovery

[@Dowlphin]

When I keep negotiating with people, they usually crash, too, and their simulation ends.

[@gagaplex]

He was so annoying... at first. He was very well developed later on. 🙂

[@makerhappy6718]

RIP Aron Eisenberg. You would've been as amazing on Picard as you were on DS9

[@TheRealCFF]

Tell me Starfleet gave him the callsign “Egg” ie “Eggnog”.

[@MadderMel]

Didn't know he could fly a weather balloon ?

[@UltraDonny5000]

Not was always such a relatable character, I have seen great men live his arc.

[@mechengineer4894]

I loved NOG. DS9 was the best spin off from TNG. I'm glad the writers put in characters like NOG and his dad. Demonstrated that weren't always about profit with Ferengi, there was family, honor and compassion. NOG befriending Jake helped show that. I thought he was really a kid in real life until I saw he passed away. That's a testament to his acting. He always dominated the scene whenever it was with Jake. This makes me so sad. Rest In Peace.