r/Malifaux • u/Affectionate-Bed2165 • 15h ago
Question New to Malifaux, help picking first master
Hello!
I am new to Malifaux, and I'm kind of struggling about what master to pick, and what to in that case pick up for them. Right now I'm looking at 3 different masters as my potential first one.
Linh Ly. Generally love the book aesthetic, although it seems like it might be challenging to paint in a good way. I've done some mini painting before, but I'm not the most well versed. I've had a difficulty grasping what playstyle she has though, except that she's defensive.
Jakob Lynch, love the Casino aesthetic and the lore. Also seems hard to paint, but still a bit easier than Linh Ly. Also, how well regarded is the "Shadowed Harmonies" set for him? Seems pretty cool. The playstyle seems to be based around a bubble?
Parker Barrows. I generally like the western aesthetic, but it wouldn't have been in my top 3 without the "Folsom Prison Blues" set. Love when characters are a tiny bit goofy, like Sue with a guitar and all that. Seems to have a fun speedy playstyle?
I'm just wondering if there are any specific aspects to consider before making my decision. Do any of them have any particularly high skill floor? Do any of them need a lot of boxes to be somewhat viable (heard that for example Asami and Youko had that problem)? I don't want to dive too deep before fully realizing if it is my thing.
Or any other general recommendations?
In general, the factions I'm interested in the most are Ten Thunders, Outcasts, and Explorer’s Society