Great review! I loved "Asylum" too, and it's totally worthy of the lengthy meta. You could tell why Joss was imressed with it.

Lots of great points here, and the thing about "tapping into the vamp", using your inner monster when needed - or yes, and thanks for pointing this out! Harks back to both Get It Done and NFA.
I can't reply in more detail now, but I'll try later.
Would it be OK to post this link on IDW board, for other folks and Brian to see it? I'm sure Brian'll be thrilled. :)