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#1 Skyheart Feb 17, 2014 20:30:47

Hi!   I am DMing a group in Forgotten Realms who are having a great time, 4E, and the players are nearing the time to pick their paragon paths (many for the first time). One of my players has the essentials thief and he's been asking if he can create an information network to keep tabs on political intrigue and the happenings in nations and cities he's not physically present in. Think Game of Thrones, and some of the scoundrels that could cash in on secrets and information they gather. Sometimes it could save your skin, or topple a throne.   I think it would be great if there was a paragon path that could capture that concept - alas, I can't find one that comes even close. I haven't had a chance to check for anything comparable in 3rd edition and 'convert' it, but maybe some of you have some helpful ideas, or could help me develop something balanced. I vaguely remember there was a spymaster in 3e.    If you can't think of how to design a paragon path that could incorporate being a master spy with an information network, I'll welcome ideas on how to make a 'balanced' purchase of a spy network. Sufficient gold to invest, tangible rewards, etc. Maybe something like the seek rumor ritual but for distant cities?   All help appreciated!