Massaraq has a light (polite, easy-going, and somewhat shallow) appearance and manner upon first meeting. His depths are not apparent at first glance. He has a deep internal world that he does not actively keep hidden, but reveals slowly and more through questions than answers - especially in his youth.

In part from his upbringing and in part because of his own inborn traits he has a strong sense of curiosity about the world around him - other wolves, the natural order, other creatures, stars, and dreams. He believes in signs, hidden languages, and hidden meaning and often assumes and projects his own hidden depths onto others that he encounters.

While his questioning nature may put him at odds with tradition at times he has a strong sense of morality and ethical obligation towards others. He is a wolf who genuinely wishes to be kind and caring towards others and look after them when and where he can. Though he might appear shallow the substance of what lies beneath his appearance gives him a strong character that is not easily broken or moved from its course.