To Attack is to attempt to inflict direct physical, psychic, or narrative harm upon another entity. It is the most fundamental verb for enacting the high-consequence resolution vector of Violence.
Within ATET, choosing to attack is a profound narrative act. It often represents a failure of other means of resolution and is a commitment to resolving a Conflict through force. An attack is the first step in a cascade of complex systems that govern combat, group dynamics, and the deep emotional and Eidic stains that violence leaves on both the victim and the perpetrator.
Systemic Context & Mechanics
The verb “to Attack” is the entry point into the deep and consequential systems of Violence.
For a full breakdown of the mechanics that govern this action: including the formation of combat groups, dynamic leadership, the psychology of participation, and the distinction between routine and ideological violence; please see the core document on the broader concept: