The Culture explores 40K II: Now With 100% more Fanfiction

[Selrahc]

Short term? Yes.

Long term, no. A big part of the Tau's philosophical underpinnings is that their way is the best, and all others need to be made to be a part of it. Might actually remind the Culture of the Iridians.

This is only true if you assume that Tau culture is a static and unchangeable thing, that will refuse to accept political realities or an existing situation in any way.

EDIT: In the Cultureverse, Taulikes aren't that unusual. Many many societies are that vibrant and self assured with themselves, but then settle into a more passive form after becoming a powerful and secure interstellar force. The alternative after all, is absolutely horrifying warfare against technological superiors with material advantage.