Rick Sanchez - ILE

 

Ne 1: Base Intuition of Possibilities: 

1. Potential and Chance: Rick's focus on concepts such as chance and potential is notorious for Ne bases. He routinely jumps between dimensions, creates complex technologies, and develops solutions that push the boundaries of what’s scientifically plausible. For example, his portal gun and countless gadgets are born out of an ability to explore ideas far beyond conventional reality. Like an ILE, Rick doesn’t just settle on one solution; he’s always looking for the next big thing, driven by a sense of boundless creativity and intellectual curiosity. This can make him look like many stereotypical ILEs, that deal with a natural confidence with different future possibilities, often with a multitask approach and a complex and multifaceted focus on their own imagination and their particular perception of reality. 

2. Vivid Imagination: Rick’s perception of reality is also attached to his vivid imagination —he's someone who chases ideas and challenges reality through his confident point of multiple factors and inquisitiveness. He builds elaborate realities, such as creating entire miniature universes to power his car battery, showcasing his tendency to imagine and apply through experimental practice, and bring to life what would otherwise seem like impossible fantasies. As ILEs tend to have a futuristic and idealistic view of their ideas, Rick frequently envisions how the multiverse or even existence itself should function. 

3. Distrustful of Reality, Trustful of the World of Ideas: A hallmark of ILEs is their frustration with objective realism. Rick’s focus lies in the outside-of-the-box thinking style, finding reality and concrete concepts too boring. Like Don Quixote, Rick is distrustful of grounded people, as he sees they have nothing to offer to his inquisitive, curious and scientific natural traits, at the same time he gives more value to his perception of things, being entertained with his own imagination. He consistently expresses disdain for societal norms, educational systems, and conventional scientists who, in his eyes, fail to comprehend the deeper essence of existence, much like Don Quixote was known for his "intellectual arrogance". Rick’s conflict with the Galactic Federation, a symbol of order and limits, highlights his rebellion against constraining systems, further demonstrating his desire to maintain absolute creative freedom.

4. Ability to Grasp Complex Concepts Quickly: Another classic ILE trait is the speed with which they comprehend complex systems and theories, and Rick’s intellect is unrivaled in the show. He rapidly absorbs and synthesizes new information, immediately thinking about its broader applications. Whether it’s understanding alien technology or solving life-or-death problems under pressure, Rick’s mind operates with a quickness and breadth that leaves others struggling to keep up. This aligns with the ILE's tendency to control the pace of learning and to grow frustrated with people who need detailed explanations for what to them is already obvious.

5. Restlessness and Jumping from Project to Project: Rick frequently shifts his focus, getting bored with tasks once they no longer challenge or stimulate him intellectually. Much like Don Quixote's, Rick's mind is only interested in novelty and what appeals for them at a time, discarding everything else as "boring" or "uninteresting". For instance, his myriad unfinished inventions and experiments scattered around his lab speak to his tendency to chase novelty and abandon the mundane. He starts projects only to lose interest as soon as the conceptual work is done, a typical behavior of an ILE, that needs to be in contact with new intellectual stimuli constantly. 

6. Conflict with Routine and Structure: He resents any form of control over his intellectual freedom, whether it’s from bureaucracies like the Galactic Federation or the constraints of family life. He perceives timetables, regulations, and societal norms as hindrances to his creative process. His refusal to abide by these external restrictions reflects the ILE's discomfort with anything that feels like an infringement on their autonomy.

7. Experimental and Innovative: Rick frequently engages in extravagant, borderline reckless schemes, many of which reflect his need to assert his intellectual dominance and creative prowess. Like the archetype Don Quixote, Rick can be seen as a crazy individual for his focus on trying to apply what in his mind works, in immediate reality, often thinking ahead of himself. 

8. Absentmindedness and Distractedness: ILEs, particularly when absorbed in thought, can appear distracted or absentminded. Rick frequently spaces out, talking to himself or becoming so lost in his own thoughts that he forgets basic social norms, like saying hello or showing concern for others. 

9. Overestimating Potential and Avoiding Mistakes: Like many ILEs, Rick often overestimates his own potential and refuses to admit mistakes. His intellectual arrogance leads him to blame others for his failures, as seen in several episodes where he shifts blame or rationalizes poor outcomes. He avoids direct confrontation with his own shortcomings, a trait that allows him to maintain his self-image as an intellectual genius.

Ti 2: Creative Structural Logic:

1. Logical Explorer: Rick needs to logically understand every phenomenon. This is why he relentlessly dissects and questions everything, seeking logical explanations behind events, even when they border on the supernatural. This need for intellectual clarity drives much of his behavior and serves as a defense mechanism against the chaotic and nonsensical aspects of existence.

2. Intellectual Superiority: Rick constantly engages in intellectual debates, both with others and himself, showcasing his need to prove his logical dominance. He often enters arguments not necessarily to change others' opinions but to affirm his intellectual superiority and share his ideas. His debates are not limited to scientific issues but also involve existential and philosophical questions. For example, his existential musings about life’s meaning or lack thereof stem from his Ti-driven analysis of the universe’s randomness.

3. Improvisation logic: Rick often solves problems in unconventional ways, frequently improvising in the moment rather than relying on established methods. In some situations, like when he needs to save himself or his family from impending danger, he constructs completely new, innovative solutions by drawing on his logical understanding of reality, often reworking the rules in the process. This is akin to how the ILE can reinvent logical proofs using their own reasoning.

4. Dynamic Structures: Rick doesn’t just work within the boundaries of established scientific laws; he often constructs entirely new frameworks of understanding. For instance, his inventions such as the Portal Gun or the theory of the Citadel of Ricks are dynamic, flexible systems that can adapt as new factors come into play. He doesn’t rely on static systems but continuously reshapes his understanding of the multiverse based on his observations.

5. Extravagant Statements: Rick’s dialogue is filled with extreme, extravagant claims that he uses to provoke thought or challenge others. He often throws out shocking, nihilistic comments, which both entertain and unsettle those around him. This aligns with the ILE’s ability to pull others into debates through their extravagant and provocative ideas.

6. Counterarguments: Rick is known for throwing unexpected counterarguments at his opponents, often blindsiding them with ideas that seem to come out of nowhere but are rooted in his skill with logic. This ability to out-think and outmaneuver others in debates, regardless of their expertise, highlights his Ti-creative function. He finds weaknesses in others' arguments with ease and effortlessly derails conversations with his quick wit and ability to see the situation from a completely different angle.

Se 3: Role Force Sensory

1. Intellectual Autonomy: Rick assertiveness is directly tied to his need to assert intellectual dominance, like Don Quixote representatives. In episodes like "Pickle Rick," Rick literally turns himself into a pickle to avoid family therapy, showing how far he will go to evade responsibilities he considers trivial, and that doesn't align with his opportunistic and logical interests. 
2. Aversion to Discipline: Rick shows overt hostility towards any attempt to impose rules on him, be they familial, legal, or societal. His frequent arguments with Morty’s family often center around Rick’s refusal to adhere to social norms or familial obligations. His intense need for creative autonomy directly ties into his Se role, where he's only interested in seeking the interests provided by his Base Function. 
3. Reaction and Improvisation: Rick often demonstrates his Se by being more reactive when the situation demands it, but often improvising solutions. For instance, in the episode "Rick Potion #9," when the love potion goes wrong and starts mutating people into Cronenbergs, Rick quickly tries several improvised fixes to contain the situation, showing his adaptability to the rapidly deteriorating environment. 
4. Tactics: Rick regularly finds himself in many combat situations throughout his exploring, and his Se is required through his adaptability and physical prowess, though he doesn't show taste in using the function as much as he does in Ne. In episodes like "The Ricks Must Be Crazy," when trapped in the microverse, he resorts to physical solutions and deftly manipulates his environment to secure his safety. He also adapts quickly to changes in circumstances, especially using new, effective technology in combat.
5. Negotiating: In the episode "The Ricklantis Mixup," Rick interacts with various Ricks from the Citadel of Ricks, navigating complex political dynamics. Instead of immediately resorting to violence or force, Rick carefully observes the situation and uses negotiation and manipulation to get what he wants. Though he could have easily overpowered some of the characters, he prefers to play the long game and avoid direct confrontation until it's unavoidable. This shows his tendency to use his intellect and creative solutions rather than physical dominance unless pressed.
6. Smart interaction with problems rather than forcing solutions: In "Close Rick-counters of the Rick Kind," when Rick is falsely accused of murdering other Ricks and is hunted by the Council of Ricks, he doesn't resort to obvious violent and impulsive strategies. Instead, he employs his intelligence to escape the situation, hacking into their systems and relying on subterfuge to evade capture. While Rick is clearly capable of fighting his way out, he prefers to rely on cunning and wit to solve the problem. His use of force is reserved for moments when he has no other options, reflecting Don Quixote, which tends to not show-off his force, only resorting to it in extreme situations where any other possibility would be impossible to focus on. 

Fi 4: Vulnerable Ethics of Relations

1. Margin of Sentiments: Rick struggles immensely with personal sentiments, reflecting his vulnerable Fi. His inability to maintain healthy and deep emotional connections is evident in his strained relationships with his family, such as his daughter Beth and his grandson Morty. Rick often treats others as extensions of his own intellect, controlling their actions to suit his needs, as seen in multiple episodes where he manipulates Morty for his own adventures. This is a reflect of ILE's capacity to cope with bad Fi by focusing more on opportunities, such as his adventures, and his logical skill. His Fi blindness makes it difficult for him to understand the emotional boundaries and the needs of those around him. For instance, in "The Wedding Squanchers," Rick sacrifices his relationships with the people closest to him to avoid capture, showcasing how interpersonal dynamics and feelings are secondary to him compared to his own self-preservation.
2. Obsolete bonds: This insensitivity to others' feelings ties to Rick's tendency to impose his logical objectives on others, often disregarding their autonomy or personal boundaries, much like the ILE's tendency to treat relationships in a utilitarian and possessive manner. The example of the ILE demanding control over their partner mirrors Rick's controlling and often manipulative behavior with his family.
3. Logical exploration over expression of morals: Rick displays lack of attention to moral boundaries with his crude behavior, his selfishness, and his disregard for social norms, that give away for his absolute focus on opportunities (Ne) and logical pursuits (Ti). He often creates situations where he puts others in dangers, like his own family, based on his own need for his adventures, like when he needs to test a new dimension and brings Morty with him, or when his actions don't only affect him, but also put an aim on his family and close friends. A good example is when Rick insults and mocks others during family gatherings or public situations, completely oblivious or indifferent to the discomfort of those around him. This reflects Don Quixote's behavior, where novelty and science is priority, while a lack of interest in the dynamics between personal sentiments is observed. 
4. Objectifying relationships: Rick’s approach to relationships is transactional. He doesn’t view people as individuals with personal values or emotional needs but rather as components in his grander intellectual schemes. For instance, when Rick forms alliances with other characters, he treats these connections as utilitarian. 
5. Superficial relations over deep relations: Rick is highly attuned to the emotional atmosphere in a room or social situation when it aligns with his goals or requires a certain performance. His Fe mobilizing function allows him to manipulate emotions in a social context, often by injecting humor, sarcasm, or dramatic behavior to stir reactions in others. He knows how to play with the crowd, use emotional cues to get what he wants, or diffuse a tense situation through exaggerated emotional displays. Rick frequently uses humor and sarcasm to dominate social interactions. His flippant comments and wild antics are ways of managing the social environment, tapping into the superficial energy of a moment without diving into any deeper emotional engagement. He often makes jokes or mocks others to lighten or redirect situations, showing a mastery of surface-level emotional interaction.