This is a predictable but enjoyable episode, with a good character introduction.
Ezri being integrated into the crew is a necessary plot and this one does it well thanks to the performances and character interactions.
The plot makes sense, particularly her struggles with identity and the reactions of other crew members. As a viewer it is weird adjusting to the character and actress change, and it creates empathy with all characters.
Interactions between her and others are pretty good, mixing drama and a bit of humour nicely. However, the arc involving Garak feels incredibly contrived. It's not the concept of what Garak is going through that feels forced, but the timing of it and how simply it resolves. Thankfully Andrew Robinson's performance lifts this aspect of the story.
Nicole de Boer is solid in the role and is acceptable as the same (but different) Dax character. Having a different role and personality to Jadzia works well and stops the change coming across as a straightforward actor replacement. She is supported perfectly by the likes of Avery Brooks, Michael Dorn, and in particular Robinson.
Ezri being integrated into the crew is a necessary plot and this one does it well thanks to the performances and character interactions.
The plot makes sense, particularly her struggles with identity and the reactions of other crew members. As a viewer it is weird adjusting to the character and actress change, and it creates empathy with all characters.
Interactions between her and others are pretty good, mixing drama and a bit of humour nicely. However, the arc involving Garak feels incredibly contrived. It's not the concept of what Garak is going through that feels forced, but the timing of it and how simply it resolves. Thankfully Andrew Robinson's performance lifts this aspect of the story.
Nicole de Boer is solid in the role and is acceptable as the same (but different) Dax character. Having a different role and personality to Jadzia works well and stops the change coming across as a straightforward actor replacement. She is supported perfectly by the likes of Avery Brooks, Michael Dorn, and in particular Robinson.