She’s obviously the sex appeal of the show, but I think she does play a role in humanizing the other characters and simplifying situations. I’m no writer, so I’m not claiming to have a good eye for this. But from what I can remember, she played an important role in occasionally flushing out the feelings of an otherwise stoic Picard, or the blooming humanity in Data. I also remember all the times she made me uncomfortable with her story arcs, so I will give you that. Do I think she’s the best character? No. Is she the worst? No. Definitely near the bottom of the lineup. That sentiment could be my own jaded opinion, since I and almost every boy who watched had somewhat of a crush on her. I’m pretty conservative, so I’m not a big fan of just using women for their bodies. I don’t feel that she fell into this category though, because at least the sexiness makes sense for the character. She is a fairy attractive woman, who walks the line between Star Fleet and civilian. As a counselor, she needs to maintain an image of being approachable and confident with herself. Nothing about her dress and appearance screams uptight, but nothing suggests she is trying to look like the lady on the corner by the 7-11. The low cut is definitely for the gents in the room, but nothing nearly to the extent of 7 of 9, who I think, ironically, is a much more interesting character. Anyways, that’s my random Reddit opinion for the day. Take it or leave it.