John Seed - SLE

Se 1:  John Seed is a manipulative and power-driven leader, leading the Project at Eden's Gate and doing his job with gusto, such as his cruelty as an enforcer in charge of the repentance of sinners. His entire worldview revolves around control and hierarchy, where he positions himself as the ultimate executioner. This aligns with the SLE’s constant focus on evaluating the power dynamics within social structures, constantly trying to be up in the hierarchy while exerting his will in the lower ones. SLEs are driven by the need to mobilize and dominate, and John embodies this through his belief in his religious superiority and desire to make others submit to his vision. John Seed's fanatical belief in his cause and his determination to see his followers submit are key characteristics of an SLE. He’s unwavering in his mission, often using extreme methods to force compliance. Like Zhukov, John needs to be in contact with the direct reality, being the most able member of the cult to deal with the mission of "purifying" sinners and naysayers through more physical and direct means, such as the resort to violence, something other members doesn't have in evidence, as for example Faith Seed. John plays this role precisely because of his natural strength in power dynamics and hierarchies. This reflects the SLE’s drive to force outcomes by any means necessary, as they are willing to put themselves in the open and  go to extreme lengths to achieve their "volitional" capacity, in the same way that John forces a response upon the people he subdues, dominating the dynamics and forcing the absolute truth and the "only way" of the cult upon them. 

Ti 2: John Seed exhibits this flexible structural logic in the way he manipulates and controls his followers. As the leader of the Project at Eden's Gate, he uses his understanding of psychology, social dynamics, and historical precedent to manipulate others and build a powerful cult. Everything about John's attention is on the cult, using logic and hierarchy, reward and punishment to rule this branch of Eden's Gate. He is highly strategic, often explaining his beliefs with structured reasoning, convincing others of his point of view, that is, when he's not forcing his view on others whether they want or not. But John Seed shows exactly how an SLE has their attention on the hierarchy and how to manipulate it to his own objectives. His speeches, radical, are carefully crafted to appeal to his audience, showing that he values knowledge not just for its own sake but as a means of asserting control. He’s driven by a desire to control both the minds and the lives of others, and his methodical and often ruthless approach to gaining followers reflects an SLE's need to wield influence and power. His rationality and calm demeanor contrast with his violent and coercive actions, suggesting that his logical approach is integrated with his willful drive for dominance. SLEs typically see the world in black and white, with little tolerance for ambiguity. John Seed’s worldview is an example of this. He believes in the righteousness of his cause, seeing everything outside of his belief system as wrong or corrupted. He presents two paths to those outside his influence, either to become a part of the cult or to die. This simplistic view of the world and the certainty with which he holds it are classic traits of the SLE.

Ne 3: SLEs are known for their straightforward, concrete communication. John Seed often uses forceful language to inspire and manipulate others, speaking in absolute terms about his beliefs and goals. For example, he constantly emphasizes the necessity of the "Project at Eden's Gate" and the need for his followers to “embrace the Father.” His approach is based on strong, concrete reasoning meant to drive his message home, though it sometimes leads to oversights or missteps, which are typical weaknesses of the SLE's overly direct approach. His manipulative tactics mirror the SLE’s ability to calculate social dynamics and take command. He carefully tests the limits of those around him, often creating situations to assert his dominance and gauge others' willingness to follow his will, similar to how an SLE would establish dominance in any given social environment.

Fi 4: The SLE tends to lack deep, introspective access to their own feelings and that of others, making it harder for them to recognize the emotional complexity in situations or fully open to expression of sentiments and being honest with others. This is classic of SLEs, which are more focused on being strong and getting advantages out of others, which eliminates the possibility to open up about their feelings. They may seem detached or excessively focused on action and power dynamics, neglecting the subtler aspects of human connection or emotional nuance. John Seed demonstrates this weak-point as well. He is unable to contact other people or to even connect with them, and keeps his own feelings repressed, much like the SLE. His interaction with others is shallow, based only on hierarchy dynamics or business of the cult. While John claims to be saving people from their sins, his actions are often brutal and authoritarian. He is aware that his leadership can appear harsh, yet he believes it is for a greater good. This mirrors the SLE’s struggle with ethical self-appraisal—they know they can be tough and manipulative, but they justify it as necessary for the bigger picture. This shows that John is actually doing it because of unresolved trauma, rather than being really interested in "saving" people through religion and the cult; much like the SLE can cope with their own traumas and insecurities through a harsh, more objective mindset, more focused on interacting with the external world and understanding logical ways of getting advantages which will never make up for internal traumas and issues. He is intensely focused on the power dynamics and the pursuit of an ideal world order based on his perception of "strength" and "faith," which are central to his motivations. However, while he may be incredibly adept at manipulating others and sensing the weaknesses of his adversaries, John shows a significant lack of emotional depth. His ability to understand his own feelings or the complexities of his inner turmoil is underdeveloped, and his decisions often come from a place of cold determination, rather than a real internal volition.