Mastermind

Masterminds are geniuses among geniuses, Guile Heroes who set the events of the plot into motion through their incredibly complex schemes and strings upon strings of backup plans. See also Master Manipulators who are on the same level of manipulation but don’t necessarily have to set the plot in motion or plan as many steps ahead as a Mastermind. That being said, being a Mastermind tends to be associated with a Master Manipulator and vice versa, due to the high levels of intelligence and wits required to expertly manipulate others.