Actually I think Klingons are kinda feudal Japanese (focused on honor, houses, weapons, rituals and war), but with a bit feral behaviour mixed in to cover it up.
I feel like at different times either the Klingon or Romulans kind of stand in for the Soviets. Certainly TNG onward the Klingons shift in their representation and the Romulans stay as that analogue to a secretive geopolitical rival that they maintain an uneasy peace with.
Actually I think Klingons are kinda feudal Japanese (focused on honor, houses, weapons, rituals and war), but with a bit feral behaviour mixed in to cover it up.
Interesting, would fit, too.
I thought they are Russians because of the 1992 movie: the undiscovered country. Released close after the end of the cold war…
I feel like at different times either the Klingon or Romulans kind of stand in for the Soviets. Certainly TNG onward the Klingons shift in their representation and the Romulans stay as that analogue to a secretive geopolitical rival that they maintain an uneasy peace with.