Professor Egghead, the Con man of The Clamor Collective

 

Real Name: Reginald "Reggie" Baxter
Age: 50s (date unknown)
Marital Status: Married
Aliases: Professor Egghead, The Professor of Cons
Motivation: Latching onto the Tender for easy Fame.
Occupation: Former Scammer

 

DEX: 3 STR: 3 BODY: 3
INT: 4 WILL: 7 MIND: 8
INFL: 6 AURA: 6 SPIRIT: 5
INITIATIVE: 13 HERO POINTS: 20

 

Skills:

• Deception (Conning): 10
• Speech (B.S.): 9
• Leadership (Cult-Like Influence): 5
• Streetwise (Scams): 8
• Intimidation (Verbal): 6
• Tactics (Manipulation): 7

Advantages:

• Silver Tongue: Professor Egghead can talk his way out of nearly any situation. His persuasive speech and con-man tactics make him seem genuine, even when he’s full of nonsense.
• Charismatic Leader: He has a knack for building a following, attracting people to his cause—even when the cause is totally absurd. He believes that The Tender is a "good man," and he works tirelessly to convince others of the same.
• Quick Thinking: Egghead can adapt quickly, switching stories or tactics mid-con, making him a difficult opponent to pin down.
• Unbelievable Confidence: Egghead’s complete lack of self-doubt makes him seem more convincing, even when his claims are outlandish.

Drawbacks:

• Pathological Liar: He can’t help himself. Even when caught in a lie, Egghead will double down, making everything worse.
• Overconfidence: Egghead tends to overestimate his own abilities, leading him to take dangerous risks and make outlandish claims.
• Easy to Manipulate: Though he’s good at manipulating others, Egghead can be just as easily manipulated by those who are even more charismatic or convincing.

Equipment:

• Outlandish "Inventions":

  • BODY: 3
  • EV: 5
  • Special: Fake gadgets or inventions that look impressive but are completely useless or absurd.
  • Description: Egghead carries a series of "inventions" that look flashy but are little more than a scam. Whether it’s a device that claims to amplify his voice or a gadget that promises to "control minds," they are all props to keep up his act.

• Con-Man Outfit:

  • BODY: 3
  • EV: 4
  • Special: Flashy, attention-grabbing attire, designed to look expensive and smart but is really just for show.
  • Description: His outfit includes bright colors, slick fabric, and a fake air of sophistication. It helps him look the part of a "genius" or "scientist," despite having no real credentials.

Wealth: 4

Background:

Professor Egghead is the kind of man who can talk his way into—or out of—anything. With his giant shaved head, goatee, and exaggerated personality, he’s always the center of attention. He’s a con artist at heart, capable of spinning outrageous stories and selling ideas so ludicrous that people almost believe them. He’s not an actual scientist or genius, but he’s built an entire persona around being one—especially when it comes to exploiting people for his own gain.

Egghead's most recent obsession? The Tender, whom he believes is a misunderstood "good man" doing the right thing. Egghead attaches himself to The Tender’s side, convinced that together, they can change the world—one outrageous lie at a time. He spouts nonsense about how "The Tender is the true voice of the people" and how "only the real ones understand the heart of the world." His belief that The Tender has some form of purity, even though their antics are nothing but chaos, only amplifies Egghead’s confidence in his ability to manipulate those around him.

Egghead will tell anyone who listens that he’s working on the next great "invention," but his inventions are nothing but junk, designed to impress the gullible and distract them long enough for him to work his cons. He’s a master at faking genius and convincing others that they’re in the presence of someone truly remarkable—when in fact, he’s just a self-serving con man.

When together, Egghead and The Tender are a chaotic force—two men who believe they can manipulate the world to fit their narrative. The lies, the speeches, the crazy stories they tell, it’s all a game to them. The Tender plays on people’s emotions, and Egghead plays on their gullibility. And though neither of them has anything of real value, their combined charisma and con skills make them a dangerous pair.