I love the flavor of the Mastermind Investigator, and I am thinking of making one for Carrion Crown, a setting and theme that goes well with the class. In the AP so far, I played a rogue and another player a fighter who were both part of a street gang that the Professor occasionally used for his purposes (for those unfamiliar with the AP, the Prof is the lynchpin of the story, and dealt with many various groups and individuals). The Rogue and Fighter have since perished, so my plan was to have the Mastermind Character be the Capo or leader of this gang, now decimated by the Whispering Way (the AP's big baddies), and he is seeking the previously mentioned characters for protection (they are dead, so that plan fails, but it would be cool RP wise as an excuse to join the group).
I love the abilities and flavor of the archetype, but it appears to be severely M.A.D. The Inspiring Defense is great (kind of similar to Snake Style), so I would probably choose a race that gets great defensive abilities.
I am not married to any idea for race or builds, I am appealing to the board for ideas to build a viable character of 7th level, with minimal or no multi-classing.
My original, rough sketch idea is to go Halfling, both for the defensive boosts and the fact that a Halfing Tony Soprano is flavorfully awesome :). Tack on Cautious Fighter, and his MO could be relying on defense during combat with some poisons, and out of combat be a skill monster. Take Extra Inspiration and Amazing Inspiration...I would just need to figure out combat tactics, weapons, etc.
My other idea revolved around a half-elf with a spiked chain for some disarm and trip, maybe based around intimidate? A wayang may work as well.
Do you guys have any ideas for a good build with this Archetype? I definitely tend to be more RP than Opti, but have suffered in gameplay when I heavily flavor RP, so for this character I'd like a balance between both.
-7th lvl
-2 traits, 1 Campaign from the AP, any other 1, may take drawback for 3rd trait.
-20 point buy
- 7th level gold, no more than half on 1 magic item.
Thanks guys! This is my project for today and tomorrow, so any help or suggestions appreciated!
No thoughts?
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I've just created a Wayang Mastermind Investigator. I haven't yet played with him but I think it's a fun idea! I know you are thinking 7th level, but I'm a pathfinder noob so maybe you could offer me a little help? Anything you think I might need to change before level 2?
His name is Min Siftori
Str:14
Dex:16
Con:14
Int:17
Wis8
Cha:8
Min Siftori has just arrived in Absalom from his home deep in the forests of Tian Xia. With skin the color of shadow and smoke, and piercing purple eyes, he may not be the most attractive individual - typical of most Wayangs. He is very short in stature, and very thin, although you couldn't tell underneath his layers of studded leather coats and cloaks, and brimmed hat. An individualist and an explorer by heart, Siftori has dedicated his life to learning new skills. He makes sure to always be beginning, and has found much and more to learn in Absalom. He is calm, very intellectual, and has strong philosophical beliefs in the afterworld, influenced by the theology of Pharasma.
two weapon fighting feat with rapier and short sword, also a short bow.
Traits: Reactionary and Bruising Intellect (intimidate is INT skill, perfect for A Quiet Word)
Extracts: Cure Light Wounds, Enlarge Person, Detect Secret Doors, Shield, Heightened Awareness
I'm excited to play him. I'm a total Pathfinder noob, so let me know what mastermind you make and maybe it'll help improve on mine.
wondering how this turned out? as i am working on building one currently...