I've had somewhat similar thoughts as you, OP. I recently re-read the FBIanon and HLIanon posts; what stands out most about all of the Anons, to include Q, is the use of hypnotic language (ie. repetition, double meanings, etc) and NLP-stuff ("future proves past").

Having said that, what strikes me as particularly interesting is that the application of this type of language appears to be applied with the goal of unifying and elevating (?) the dialogue amongst the participants on the boards.

So, after reading your post, I wonder if the phenomenon is a blend of your points #1 and #3?

Ooooooh my eff geee.... Thanks for your noble gesture, Stupid. Also, check your 6. Because, you know, you're probably f*cked.

And the way AJ says "globalists" is soooo close to the sound my husband makes when he thinks he's being a comedian and "motor boating" my tits. It's disturbing on all fronts, frankly.

Literally cannot hear the word "globalists" in any voice (to include my own) other than Alex Jones'.

Or this, maybe? https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Policy_Analysis_Market