Erud was a Cardassian who lived in the 24th century. Erud held the position of Councillor.
Erud was a leading proponent in a peaceful solution to the Federation/Cardassian frontier wars. Erud's funeral in the Tarlak Sector of Cardassia City was attended by a delegation of Federation officials. Elim Garak also attended. (DS9 novel: A Stitch in Time)