One element of the deep state is all about banking, war, and global domination leading to one world government headed by western bankers centered in Berne Switzerland. That idea was defeated by Russia in Syria.
North Korea clearly understands it's need to defend itself via nuclear weapons as new players battle with the old deep state paradigm. It is clear that the United States remains aggressive toward North Korea. Russia and China will not allow North Korea to be taken by the U.S. despite the tight rope act they are walking.
Being a Navy Veteran I know the dangers aboard ship. The chance of an event aboard a ship is always present. It will happen. It will create a firestorm of accusations against the North. It is unwise to project gunboat diplomacy at this time. The fact that the U.S. is projecting sea power is an indication that there is no coherent policy as the factions of the elites fight each other for dominance.
The projection of power against such a small country is itself a sign of weakness. American irrationality, risking nuclear war, is badly tarnishing America's image as a trusted leader. The U.S. is becoming increasingly isolated diplomatically, despite the bravado otherwise.
I would suggest to you, not to join the nationalist bravado that risks so much. Any vet will tell you that the bravado of sunshine patriots is seriously sickening. We know the hard steel reality of war and North Korea is not worth it.
Only results matter. Everything else is just smoke and mirrors.