Commander Senak was a very powerful commander in the Romulan Senate and as a ship captain as well. She demanded obedience under her command but, can be a woman when needed. She was in essence, A very demanding and straight forward person. Very sure of herself and her abilities. She would take the incentive above all others and was always willing to wage war. Her family had always been warriors and she had a lot to stand up too so, she was continually trying to prove herself to herself and to her comrades. (Star Trek: The Romulan Wars)