Many times, the purpose of a ruler issuing a decree is good, and this command might also be correct. If implemented, it would be beneficial for most people. If you only look at this point, there are very few tyrants in history who deliberately issued incorrect orders.
Most rulers issue a command not entirely for the people, but even if it's to maintain their own stable rule, it's beneficial to some of the people; at least, it's beneficial for stability, which aligns with the interests of most civilians.
So, where did so many tyrants in history come from? Actually, it's about policy implementation issues. To be precise, it's because they didn't consider execution when issuing such commands. Some were impossible to execute, some were forcibly executed although not feasible, and some were sabotaged even though they were executable. In any case, none yielded a good result in the end.
The breadth and depth of policy implementation are equally important. The control over local governance is a major concern for every ruler.
Take Arkham Batman, for example. Don't be fooled by the fact that he has merged the three powers and that Congress and the military are basically not causing trouble, because the Federation's 50 states are not to be trifled with. They are used to their freedom and looseness; no matter who the president is, they consider themselves kings of their turf, and don't expect any of your orders to be implemented here.
This problem has troubled not just one US President. Even Roosevelt's control over the substate level was insufficient, or else policies wouldn't have left so many hidden dangers.
Arkham Batman's control over the Federal Government is unprecedented, but he falls short with state governments. He can't, like Brainiac, play the role of the president, every county chief, or even every social worker, to implement policies in the most perfect form. This is determined by their form of life and doesn't change with Arkham Batman's own strength.
Insufficient governance depth leads to many problems. California is already the state where Arkham Batman has the most supporters, where his policies are most deeply implemented, but there are still various issues. For instance, this time's power outage in West California, the problems with many park facilities — internally, it's a mess.
No one hopes for such things to happen, but since they have, solutions are needed. The fundamental conflict between different solutions lies in the cost issue.
Infrastructural construction elsewhere faces the same issue; the main reason it can't be executed is the cost. If you want to build a new factory, the governor would increase taxes on trucks, have unions cause trouble, and let environmental organizations drag it out—essentially doing everything possible during the landing phase to prevent the policy from being implemented, forcing the Federal Government to back down.
To have the decree implemented, the local landing phase must be simplified to the simplest: no trucks for transportation, no human workers needing food, drink, or rest, and not even occupying land space—then the opposition is basically helpless.
What Brainiac used was this approach: if you don't let me in, I'll transport with ships; if you don't let workers work for me, I'll use robots; if you don't sell me land, I'll build over your head.
This is the main reason for the rapid construction speed in the Injustice League universe—Brainiac directly cut all the landing costs, leaving those who wanted to interfere helpless.
Similarly, the core of Arkham Batman's tug-of-war with governors lies in being restricted by the realistic laws of physics and needing the governors to help execute his orders. Thus, he has to compromise with the other party.
If he could utilize Doom's technology to simplify the landing phase to the simplest, even simplifying just the transportation aspect would be hugely advantageous for Arkham Batman, providing bargaining chips in negotiations with local authorities, and offering some benefits to the state governments wouldn't matter.
Don't worry about greed; from a national perspective, as long as a monumental project beneficial for generations can be implemented, personal greed doesn't matter as long as the thing exists. The fear is that, after building and rebuilding, nothing comes out of it, resulting in a complete loss.
In conclusion, Arkham Batman desperately needs such technology to augment the depth of policy implementation. As Doom said, the first phase of his experimental results can already convert some inanimate objects, and he is confident to upload such a large Batmobile, indicating that this technology might be in use soon, which is tremendously good news.
Arkham Batman suddenly became much warmer. Originally, he also welcomed the arrival of these two scientists, but mainly because he needed them to produce some results to inspire the locals and, incidentally, help with budget accounts.
Now, however, Doom is truly a strategic-level figure with value. Arkham Batman immediately decided: don't send them to any new technology research institute, where the equipment isn't sufficient. Just go to the Batcave. After modifications by Batman, it also has a magical shield, and the equipment is the most advanced worldwide.
Seeing that the two were having a lively conversation, Stark's face showed dissatisfaction. He always enjoyed competing with Doom because he thought Doom was the only scientist on Earth who could rival him in achievements. Seeing Doom about to produce new results made Stark a bit anxious.
"Ahem." He coughed heavily twice to draw their attention and then said, "To guard against electronic life, I didn't bring a mecha on my way here. But it's okay; I can make one on the spot. Do you have equipment in your Batcave?"
"Yes. You can also use my magic energy; it's just unclear if it's compatible with your reactor. Perhaps you could give it a try first."
"No problem. If it's not compatible, I can also adjust to a new mode. Actually, I have an idea, but unlike some people who love to show off, I'll tell you once I get some clues."
"Alright." Arkham Batman stood up, shook hands with them both, and said, "Initially, when another Batman suggested bringing in foreign aid from other universes, I was skeptical because the current situation was messy enough, and any trouble from your side would be unimaginable."
"But now I understand: in any universe, knowledge is power. Strengthening cosmic exchange isn't just superheroes visiting each other, but exchanging new knowledge and enhancing new wisdom. Both worlds can complement each other's strengths and weaknesses, leading to faster and better development."
"Oh my god, you really look like a president." Stark couldn't help but exclaim, "Alright, no need for pleasantries, let's start now."
"Okay, I'll have someone take you to the Batcave."
Arkham Batman walked out to make a call. Stark wanted to stop him to request a different driver, but Batman moved too quickly for him to get a word in. As expected, ten minutes later, it was Shiller who came to pick them up again.
"Is the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation really this idle?" Stark couldn't hold back. To prevent Shiller from plotting against him again, he sat directly in the passenger seat and turned to look at Shiller.
It was fine until he looked, but once he did, he saw a face younger yet almost identical to the familiar Doctor Schiller. Stark couldn't help but reminisce.
"What are you thinking?" Shiller's voice brought him back to reality.
"Nothing much, just seeing you so young, I feel a bit uncomfortable. Is the age of this body younger than Peter?" Saying this, Stark felt creepy and couldn't help but lean to the side.
"What's wrong with you?" Shiller said while driving, "It's not like other universes don't have young Tony Stark. Should I find one to accompany you?"
"No, no," Stark quickly said, "You absolutely couldn't stand him. In this aspect, I'm quite self-aware."
Shiller snorted a laugh, a bit cynically dismissive, which made Stark look stunned. After a while, he said, "You're really different from other Shillers. I always feel you'd get along better with a younger version of me."
"Then just strive to keep a young mindset, Dr. Stark. We'll probably be working together for quite a while." Shiller said, "Mr. President instructed, I'm in charge of all your logistics. Considering the current times, stationing someone might lead to defection, so you'd better communicate with me directly through magical communication. Tell me what you need, I'll personally deliver it."
"What if you're defected by Electronic Life?"
"What would it use to turn me?"
"Uh, money?"
"I'm not greedy."
"It can't defect greed either, because greed demands too much money. Even selling this cosmos wouldn't afford it." Stark smirked, "I'm just curious, if not for money or fame, what are you busy with here?"
"That has nothing to do with you. Make your requests quickly. I'm still pressed for time to go and select coffee flavors." Shiller said, not without sarcasm.
Talking business, Doom and Stark weren't messing around. They requested numerous potentially useful equipment, most of which was available in the Batcave, even a particle collider. But there were some small and scattered detection instruments not equipped, and due to fears of Electronic Life invasion, Shiller had to buy them himself.
After the two entered the Batcave, things were delivered shortly after. Out of caution, Stark took a glance at the surveillance—a red-haired woman appeared at the door.
Once he opened the door, he recognized Natasha. Stark couldn't help but sigh, "Does your FBI and CIA just run errands for the president? Should I say 'Welcome, Director, to honor us with your presence'?"
"If you're not happy to see me, then don't say it." Natasha rolled her eyes at him, patted the box behind her said, "All the items you requested are here. But I must remind you, everything needs magical sterilization first, to prevent Electronic Life from infiltrating. I'm busy, off I go."
"Wait," Stark called after her, "I heard Electronic Life is constantly looking for red-haired women? Does it have a fascination for such women?"
"To be precise, it's looking for tenacious, powerful women with red hair." Natasha thought and said, "Why?"
"I just have an idea," Stark held up a finger and waved it, "it's just inspiration now, but once I figure it out, that guy's good days will be over."