Is Rhodey a Skrull in “Secret Invasion?”
SUBJECT: Detailed Analysis of Col. James Rhodes (Rhodey) Behavior and Skrull Possibility
It has come to our attention through a series of recent events and observations that Col. James "Rhodey" Rhodes (War Machine) may have been replaced by a Skrull operative. The evidence provided in this report aims to shed light on the behavior of Rhodey and assess the likelihood of this hypothesis.
Rhodey's recent interactions with other members of our organization raise some serious questions. Most notably, in a conversation with Director Fury, Rhodey referred to him by his first name, an uncommon and unusual occurrence given Fury's historical preference for being referred to by his last name or title. This might be a minor detail, but considering it stands in contrast to Fury's established behavior, it could be an early sign of Rhodey's possible Skrull replacement.
Another point of suspicion is Rhodey's inexplicable change in loyalties. After showing regret for siding with the government in Captain America: Civil War and ultimately aligning with Captain America and the fugitive Avengers ahead of Thanos' forces coming to Earth, Rhodey's shift to work directly for the U.S. government in a high position seems inconsistent. This abrupt shift in character may suggest a replacement by a Skrull operative seeking to infiltrate the government at a high level.
Furthermore, Rhodey revealed to have knowledge of the Skrulls' existence for 15 years through his connections with the Pentagon. His awareness of the Skrulls could have made him a prime target for replacement when the Skrulls' invasion was set into motion. The fact that he chose not to disclose this knowledge raises questions about his loyalties and whether he's been compromised.
However, there are alternative scenarios that may be considered. There is a possibility that Rhodey is collaborating with Director Fury, acting as a double agent, and his unusual behavior is an elaborate ruse. His 'firing' from S.A.B.E.R and using Fury's first name could be deliberate actions designed to convince any Skrulls that he has had a fallout with Fury.
The fact that Fury informed Talos that he had a lead on a Skrull within the US government before they received intel about a potential NATO strike may hint that Fury is aware of Rhodey's situation, but is keeping this information secret until it becomes advantageous. This adds another layer of complexity to the situation and might explain some of Rhodey's unusual behavior.
In conclusion, while there is compelling evidence suggesting that Rhodey may have been replaced by a Skrull, there is also plausible alternative reasoning that could explain his behavior. At this point, it is crucial to keep a close watch on Rhodey's activities, gather more evidence, and be prepared for multiple possibilities. Whatever the truth might be, the stakes are too high for complacency or misjudgment.
