fereng

The Ferengi are a fictional alien species in the Star Trek franchise. They are a patriarchal, capitalist society known for their pursuit of profit and their adherence to the Rules of Acquisition, a set of 285 guiding principles governing their business dealings. Ferengi society is structured around a Grand Nagus, who oversees the Ferengi Commerce Authority and enforces the Rules. Their appearance is characterized by large, prominent ears, which are highly sensitive and considered an attractive feature. Ferengi culture places a strong emphasis on greed, wealth accumulation, and a general distrust of outsiders, often viewing them as potential business opportunities.

Historically, the Ferengi were a technologically advanced but isolated species. Their initial interactions with the United Federation of Planets were often marked by conflict, stemming from their aggressive business practices and disregard for interstellar law. Over time, some Ferengi characters have evolved, demonstrating a capacity for growth and even developing friendships with other species, though their core values of profit and acquisition remain central to their identity. Their homeworld is Ferenginar, a planet known for its lush, humid environment. Ferengi are often depicted as humorous characters, with their obsession with latinum, their currency, and their often transparently self-serving motives providing a source of comedic relief.