If you have the general idea about this universe you can just jump in and then watch other shows later. But mind that DS9 is a different kind of show when it co

If you have the general idea about this universe you can just jump in and then watch other shows later. But mind that DS9 is a different kind of show when it comes to Star Trek. Personally, I find it much more appealing than the rest because of the core premise. Babylon 5 explores some aspects deeply which were just glanced over in DS9 and that makes it an amazing show as well.