Wow! I only realized when I read this story that I knew almost nothing about ashraks. I can't say I know any more, but I am far more intrigued than I had been!

The characterization of Bra'tac is well done. I can understand why he wouldn't kill Bakhu. I don't understand Bakhu at all, but then, I shouldn't expect to understand him better than Bra'tac can.