Mastermind

Careful analysis sets up every strike here, recalling an enemy's weaknesses to deny their guard rather than winning on raw speed.

Granted Features

Automatic:

Reading an opponent correctly is itself a weapon, sizing up a foe's tells opens them to attack before a blade is even drawn.

Mastermind rogues use superior intelligence and careful analysis to set up sneak attacks, recalling crucial weaknesses about an enemy to deny them their Dex bonus to AC. Their approach is cerebral — they win fights through preparation and knowledge rather than raw speed.

Attribution

Pathfinder 2e

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