The Ferengi were initially introduced as menacing marauders, only to almost immediately be re-invented when they failed to carry the Star Trek mantle of iconic villains. Creator Gene Roddenberry is no stranger to creating fantastical new species. The work he did to establish beings like the Vulcans and the Talosians inspired others such as Trill, Kelpiens, and many more. It’s because of him that Trekkies all over the world have a wide variety of options when considering what species they want to channel when participating in costume play (cosplay) or live-action role-play (LARP).