"I don't really think of Odo as a heroic lead, but that's nice if you do"

Rene Auberjonois' quote suggests that he does not view his character, Odo, from the television series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, as a brave lead. This might be due to the fact that Odo is a shapeshifter, and is frequently depicted as a loner who is not especially thinking about the affairs of others. Auberjonois might likewise be suggesting that he does not believe of Odo as a hero due to the fact that he is not a standard hero, such as a Starfleet captain or a warrior. Rather, Odo is a law enforcement officer who is often seen as a mediator in between various factions. Auberjonois' quote also implies that he is open to the idea that others may see Odo as a heroic lead, and that he mores than happy to accept that viewpoint. This could be due to the fact that Auberjonois is proud of the character he has actually created and is happy that others appreciate Odo's special qualities. Ultimately, Auberjonois' quote suggests that he is open to different analyses of his character, which he enjoys to accept that others might see Odo as a heroic lead.