Black Tusk Comms: Psycho-Analysis of Skyler Brooks

**Umbra:** Starting psychological profile of the subject Skyler Brooks, currently elected Empress of the New American Empire. We've recently obtained recordings of several conversations Brooks had with the head of the CIF, Major Cameron Maddox thanks to our temporary ally along Brooks' background in military & past operations committed by her as head of NAE.

**Umbra:** Psychoanalysis of her indicates that Brooks is suffering from a combination of PTSD stemmed from her service in Afghanistan, and a violent delusional disorder created from death of her son, Riley. With how much she's accomplished and gained from her time as leader of the previous New England Republic, the trauma she's experienced, both as an Army Ranger and a Division Agent has evolved and manifested into an ultranationalist, militaristic, and pseudo-religious ideology in which she utterly believes that was chosen by God to lead humanity into a new age.

**Umbra:** More extremely concerning is the way she pursues this ideology. Through ordering Gleiwitz, supporting terrorist groups, her Year Zero plan, and planning & executing cruel and deceptive acts of false flag & manipulation operations overseas concerning the Siberians and the CIF's assassination of Sari Wibawa. It is clear, that she's created a Machiavellian mindset that personally relates to her ideology, that has made absolute & wonton disregard to any collateral damage caused by her manipulation and will go to extreme lengths not just to purse her goals, but also cement herself as a ruler of humanity.

**Umbra:** In addition, Brooks has further to internalized & rationalized these sentiments, remaining firm that it was the greater good, stating personally *"that to achieve a lot of good, you needed to do some evil"* despite her doing more than what she claims. Showing an emotional detachment from the consequences of her actions. She has the ability to turn a failed operation is a temporary setback for her, with high level of emotional control and resilience.

**Umbra:** Including the recent conversation she had with Maddox, following failed coup attempt in Oslo, she thrives on the enemy's underestimation, taking advantage of their overconfidence. This hints at a desire for psychological dominance and a willingness to manipulate perceptions. Her dismissal of the FNF's loss as insignificant showcases a pragmatic and detached approach to casualties, viewing her allies in CONFESS, as well as the terrorist & insurgency group that the NAE support, as mere pawns in a larger game. The placement of blame on the enemy's perception of her as a "mentally unstable lunatic" suggests a conscious awareness of the image she projects. This could indicate a deliberate choice to cultivate a certain persona for strategic purposes, creating a psychological advantage by playing into their expectations.

**Umbra:** Taking into account her psychology degree from Columbia University, demonstrates a deep understanding of human behavior, political dynamics, and the art of manipulation. Her ability to unravel the enemy's plans and use their victories against them showcases a mastery of psychological tactics. The repeated emphasis on not underestimating the enemy and knowing their capabilities suggests a fearlessness and confidence in Brooks' own abilities. The metaphor of the "watchful guardians" and "snakes in the garden" highlights her perception of her enemies as lurking threats, reinforcing the idea that she sees herself as a superior strategist.

**Umbra:** Overall, Brooks emerges as a psychologically astute and strategically brilliant character, driven by a desire for control, dominance, and a calculated pursuit of victory through psychological manipulation. However, her previously mentioned declining mental faculties may complicate things for her if the True Sons suffer a major defeat at the hands of their enemies. I cannot specifically predict what would happen, how Brooks would hold up, if this scenario happened, but I can possibly presume that she will have a shift in beliefs from a prophet to a willing martyr and will go to extreme lengths to uphold that image in her mind, no matter the cost.