Rom's son and Jake Sisko's best friend, who became the first Ferengi to join Starfleet.
Nog is a Ferengi who becomes the first of his species to join Starfleet, rising from a mischievous teenager at Quark's bar to a dedicated officer. He begins as a friend of Jake Sisko, and the two get into various schemes, but he soon finds himself drawn to a career in uniform.
His time at Starfleet Academy is difficult, and his father Rom is torn about his choice. During the Dominion War he is wounded in battle and suffers lasting trauma, a storyline that explores recovery and resilience. He later regains his confidence and takes on responsibility in the engineering department, and he is a close friend of Miles O'Brien and others.
Nog's journey is a story of breaking from tradition, and his courage, wit and humility make him one of the most beloved supporting characters of the franchise.