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
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 !!!
I met him once at a convention, he was there with Armin and Max. I managed to catch the day that they were all there. There were plenty of family reunion jokes flying back and forth when they did their panel.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
@@kinagrill You're right about Nog being Ferengi at heart. It came across in so many ways. If we want to talk in Ferengi terms, then just look at Nog and risk defining profit. Because you could sure as hell say Nog lead a profitable life.
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
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
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
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.
"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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@@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.
One thing that this video missed is also the influence of his Grandmother, she always thought outside of the box, but as per the tenents of Ferengi society she couldn't act on that line of thinking. She sometimes urged him to be more than the average Ferengi.
I can't say much for the actor except thank you for telling Nog's story. As for Nog... god, I hated him. Until I liked him. That little annoying Ferengi became a huge character. Brilliant character, really!
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!
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.
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...🌈🇨🇦☘️
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Nog may not have had the piles of gold pressed latinum to have a high standing among his people, but the backing of Starfleet and his Ferengi cunning always gave him the upper hand. A diamond in the rough as all great Starfleet officers, and well deserved for the character and the actor who played him to be remembered forever.
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.
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."
Great video 👍 enjoy watching Nog growing up on DS9 it's so sad 😢 Aron Eisenberg "Nog" died so young. Again great video looking forward to seeing next video.
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.
Nog is one of my very favourite Star Trek characters. He just had such an inspiring and deeply fleshed-out character arc, despite starting out as a very minor supporting character, and Aron Eisenberg was such a superb actor.
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.
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.
Don't forget another spectacular Nog episode, "Treachery, Faith, and the Great River" which let Nog give us a window into the beautiful spirituality underneath Ferengi Culture's ruthless pursuit of profit and also how Nog was able to adapt his faith in that belief system to serve the needs of his crew. It's a showcase of how his culture rather than being just about greed, had something worthwhile to add to Starfleet and the Federation.
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.
I really enjoyed the episode when Nog explaned the great material continum. It was so good that he dervived value from not much. So good! Also A great character throughout DS9! I love watching star trek I always feel like I learn something even now, so many years later :)
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.
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.
I praise you for adding the 'tribute'. You're only human and thought about this guy, well ... because of the obvious. You have done well, in my opinion.
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
Nog was such a good example of character development. RIP Aron Eisenberg.
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
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In the beginning I found Nog annoying but he ended up being my favorite character in the show.
DarnChaCha what do you mean RIP Aaron Eiesnburg?
@@ozsdcontentcreator1068 Aaron Eiesnburg was the actor who played NOG and he recently passed.
Nog, the second person to ever beat the kobishamaru just by negotiating with the enemy AI to the point it crashed the system.
Legend, there is a reason why he had star ships named after him.
…and did so without rewriting the program.
So cool I didn’t know that.
don't the klingons jam all transmissions during the scenario. how did he negotiate?
@@insertcognomen Ferengi ALWAYS find a way to negociate
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.
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 !!!
Not such a good actor. The voice he used for Nog was the same one when he portrayed a Kazon in Voyager
I met him once at a convention, he was there with Armin and Max. I managed to catch the day that they were all there. There were plenty of family reunion jokes flying back and forth when they did their panel.
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.
That was one of the best scenes in all Star Trek!
The thing is, by Nog doing what he did, inspired his father to become free from the shackles of the Ferengi way of life.
And ironically ended up becoming the most powerful Ferengi in the galaxy!
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.
He want more in life
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.
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.
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.
@@teknicron1080 When his father, Rom became Grand Nagus, he started a cultural revolution with his reforms.
@@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.
@@kinagrill You're right about Nog being Ferengi at heart. It came across in so many ways. If we want to talk in Ferengi terms, then just look at Nog and risk defining profit. Because you could sure as hell say Nog lead a profitable life.
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.
That was so funny. He even tested it.
@@toysmostwanted I can still hear it's sound xD
That is a future I want too, but it is also a future which I might never get
@@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.
I believe it was a tooth sharpener. But yeah, fantastic scene.
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.
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.
@@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.
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.
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
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
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.
"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.
Wes Stacey, you put into words what I was unable to express.
@@RandallFrequentFlyerFlagg no problem man.
that episode showed the best of and what Ferrangi culture COULD be. Something better than it is now, without becoming something it was not.
O'Brien propably felt like he was drowning half the time 😂
The word is given. Warp Speed, Mr. Nog.
*Salutes with tears*
Safe travels nog. To boldly go were no man has gone before.
As a Marine, Nog's PTSD storyline hits me hard every time i watch it. God bless, Aron. Go easy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
@@nicholaskling1813 Hence "These are the voyages" after Manny Coto took over and breathed new life into "Enterprise"
@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."
didn't Paris start the mission as a civilian (still a convict) before being battlefield reinstated as Lt (then the demotion/re promotion)
I suggested Nog in honor of the passing of the actor who played him, Aron Eisenberg.
Thank you
A wonderful tribute to Aron......Star Trek legend.....
Aaron was spectacular.
I would have loved for him to turn up in Picard, just one last time. That would've been great.
Seeing how Picard turned out, they'd have probably viciously murdered him in some needless way.
My favorite episode that sheds light on Nog (and favorite episodes of DS9 period) is “Faith, Treachery and the Great River.”
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.
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.
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.
Thanks for the great video about one of my favorite Star trek characters!!!!
R.I.P Aron!
I always enjoyed seeing Nog and his antics. In the end he’s a self made man. You gotta respect that.
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.
A great example of character development, standing out in a series full of great characters. RIP Aron Eisenberg.
This was not a poor tribute, it was well done.
I agree as well.
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.
Sweet! Rest in peace, such a great actor.
RIP Aron. Nog was such a great character.
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.
Just pointing it out, I find the changing of the Uniform based on the date to be nice little feature.
5:31 “He received counselling from station counsellor Ezri Dax”.
Taking counselling from Ezri is like taking acting tips from Tommy Wiseau.
"How dare you presume to help me, you can't even help yourself. Now get out of here, before I say something unkind."
No its not!
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.
@@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.
Honestly Vic helped more than Ezri.
The one thing about Discovery that I liked was the addition of the USS Nog in the future.
"He received counseling from Ezri Dax and returned to active duty.."
Vic Fontaine: Am I nothing to you?
In Memory of Aaron Eisenberg...he will never be forgotten....
I agree, a true mensch.
A Jewish Scholar.
One thing that this video missed is also the influence of his Grandmother, she always thought outside of the box, but as per the tenents of Ferengi society she couldn't act on that line of thinking. She sometimes urged him to be more than the average Ferengi.
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.
Aron will live forever in star trek.
I can't say much for the actor except thank you for telling Nog's story. As for Nog... god, I hated him. Until I liked him. That little annoying Ferengi became a huge character. Brilliant character, really!
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!
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.
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...🌈🇨🇦☘️
The Kobayashi Maru test is pretty fragile if they didn't consider, "What if you gave them the old flim-flam?"
"In times of war, declare peace; it confuses the hell out of your enemies."
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
Nog getting Lippy with Gen Martok was classic
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.
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.
RIP Aron, one of my very favorite characters on DS9!
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.
Enters negotiations to stall for time. Very Ferengi of you Nog, I salute you.
Nog was one of the best characters ever
He was basically Wesley Crusher done right.
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
I agree, although punching Q in the face is still a heavy contender. XD
@@Reddotzebra one of many. I dont know why but i just like ds9 better out of all the newer stuff (90-now).
I really grew to love Nog, what I wouldn't give to see him crash the KM test with complex negotiations.
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.
I got so excited when I saw the USS Nog in Discovery
Love the videos man. Gonna miss nog.
What a sparkling career
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.
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!
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.
Nog may not have had the piles of gold pressed latinum to have a high standing among his people, but the backing of Starfleet and his Ferengi cunning always gave him the upper hand. A diamond in the rough as all great Starfleet officers, and well deserved for the character and the actor who played him to be remembered forever.
Wow I had no idea he was so successful. Good for him and RIP to his actor.
I'm just sad we will never get Captain Nog. RIP Aron.
We have Captain Nog in STO, and you can play alongside the character in a number of missions.
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.
An inspirational piece and awesome tribute to Captain Nog, May Aron find a way into the great beyond where he will become Nog in the future.
Nog and Garak had some of the best character development in the series.
I never realized how much he accomplished. I'm glad I watched this. I think he and Jake were my favorites, and Odo too.
Excellent tribute to Aron Eisenberg. Nog was and is one of my favorite characters. R.I.P. The Celestial Vault is blessed to receive you.
I'm glad things worked out for Nog, he was always so chill.
Nog was one of the best characters in all of Star Trek and his arc through the series was the most satisfying on DS9
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."
Great video 👍 enjoy watching Nog growing up on DS9 it's so sad 😢 Aron Eisenberg "Nog" died so young. Again great video looking forward to seeing next video.
USS Nog (NCC-325070) was a Federation Eisenberg-class starship operated by Starfleet in the 32nd century.
I hope, someday, we get a main Canon reference to Captain Nog, in a Star Trek series... He deserves that much. RIP Aron.
Okay that's cool that nog beat the no win scenario computer with nothing but negotiation and he didn't cheat.
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.
I would argue that, joining Starfleed was exactly a display of lobes! :)
What a great tribute! Well timed and very thoughtful.
Thank you for the wonderful tribute.
Nog is one of my very favourite Star Trek characters. He just had such an inspiring and deeply fleshed-out character arc, despite starting out as a very minor supporting character, and Aron Eisenberg was such a superb actor.
I am still grateful to Nog because he saves our butts from The Klingons and a Borg Cube in Star Trek Online.
My eyes are watering. Thank you.
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.
Great tribute to a great character and great actor. Thanks
looks like he did something worthwhile.
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.
Don't forget another spectacular Nog episode, "Treachery, Faith, and the Great River" which let Nog give us a window into the beautiful spirituality underneath Ferengi Culture's ruthless pursuit of profit and also how Nog was able to adapt his faith in that belief system to serve the needs of his crew. It's a showcase of how his culture rather than being just about greed, had something worthwhile to add to Starfleet and the Federation.
"A person's actions dictate their position in life, not their position in birth"
Genius
Legend has it that the only piece of gold pressed latinum Nog has is his Starfleet Insignia.
My favorite character from DS9. Talk about character arc. Well written and well acted. RIP Aron Eisenberg.
NGL it wouldn't surprise me one bit if Nog just ended up as an admiral
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.
I really enjoyed the episode when Nog explaned the great material continum. It was so good that he dervived value from not much. So good! Also A great character throughout DS9! I love watching star trek I always feel like I learn something even now, so many years later :)
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.
Nog was one of the best ds9 characters! In fact all its ferengi were great...
In his honor, Star Trek Discovery named a ship, USS Nog!
Just like the 25th Century has Kirk and Archer-class ships.
RIP of the first ferengi of the federation
That's a great title when you read it.
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.
I praise you for adding the 'tribute'.
You're only human and thought about this guy, well ... because of the obvious. You have done well, in my opinion.
New respect for Captain Nog.
its a shame Aron Eisenberg passed. it'd have been nice to see him return in a future series as captain nog. RIP Aron
Nog has been one of my favorite characters.
Thank you for this, and rest in peace Aron
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