They seem like a race that would enjoy the slow-paced life of peace, but are destined not to have it. I like the set up for a race perfectly capable of kicking butt when the occasion calls for it in a cool, calculated manner!
In war there are those who think that by going they attack and destroy the enemy and you must go with everything---> There are many who think that in a war, you must assault the enemy causing their mass destruction and that one must prepare to sacrifice anything for victory.