human, individual, mortal, person, somebody, someone, soul - a human being; "there was too much for one person to do"

intriguer, designer - a person who devises plots or intrigues; "he is believed to be the principal designer of the terrorist bombing attack"

maneuverer, manoeuvrer - a person skilled in maneuvering

plotter, schemer - a planner who draws up a personal scheme of action

strategian, strategist - an expert in strategy (especially in warfare)

tactician - a person who is skilled at planning tactics