To address the “Engineering is already a profession” argument, I simply disagree that engineering is or will ever become a level that competes with a class fantasy that the Tinker could bring.
Below are some fantasy Examples as to what I think a Tinker class can become that is both unique to the current class lineup and is far beyond a simple profession can capture.
Fantasy examples to strive towards…
Specs:
- Mechanic = Gazlowe / Mekkatorque in their mech suits, Heimerdinger and Rumble from LoL.
- Technician = Rocket Raccoon from Guardians of the Galaxy, Victor & Jinx from LoL.
- Chemist = Alchemist Hero from WC3, Singed from LoL, Grobbulus from Naxx, Professor Putricide from ICC.
Hero Paths:
- Bounty Hunter = Cad Bane from Star Wars: The Clone Wars series, Darkest Dungeon Bounty Hunter.
- Abomination = Warwick from LoL, Darkest Dungeon Abomination.
- Plague Doctor = Twitch from LoL, Darkest Dungeon Plague Doctor.
Link to my my original post detailing out more about the direction I would like to see…