is a specific kind of: individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul.

is a broader term that covers: designer, intriguer | maneuverer, manoeuvrer | plotter, schemer | strategian, strategist | tactician.

derivation: plan | contrive, devise, excogitate, forge, formulate, invent | contrive, design, plan, project | design, plan | devise, get up, machinate, organise, organize, prepare.