The Manipulator

Authority Archetype

Shadow Archetype

Shadow

Source of Authority

Deception, exploiting weaknesses, controlling information (Psychological games)

Method of Rule / Risk

Self-advancement, winning at all costs (Divide and conquer, triangulation)

Trigger Description

Situations requiring transparency or direct communication

Strengths

    Weaknesses

    • Unsustainable leadership (trust collapse)
    • Toxic culture
    • Ultimately self-defeating