Spymaster Spymasters are a rare group of spies among the Horde , masters of disguise . Like the Alliance ' s infiltrator s , in which the skills and knowledge were originally gained from by torture , a spymaster ' s main purpose is to charm and manipulate their way into the enemy ' s trust . However , the Horde ' s spymasters serve a much more insidious purpose ; they are both parts spy and assassin . As a spymaster learns their craft , they learn several useful abilities . They gain insight into the sentient mind , learning how people act and instinctively reacting via a crude , learned form of telepathy . This ability extends into battle ; a spymaster learns to feel the ebbs of their opponents ' thoughts and to react before they do . A spymaster can extend their telepathy to their stealth , clouding the minds of those around them and rendering themself momentarily invisible . A spymaster also learns that the body is just as malleable as the mind : The ultimate goal of the spymaster is to become so good at disguises that they can physically alter their body into anyone they wish . A spymaster ’ s instincts and intelligence are so honed that they can judge the angle and thrust of an incoming blow sufficiently to deflect or otherwise avoid the attack . The spymaster filters information constantly and remembers everything . Through regular contacts , gossip , crystal ball chats , and other situations , he has a deep knowledge of everyday things . The spymaster fits in with whatever group they chooses to associate with , and can successfully emulate any affiliation , whether it be Alliance , Scourge , or whatever . Spymasters in the world . The Horde is the only faction with the knowledge of how to become a " true " spymaster . Most spymasters are half - orc s and Forsaken : races already familiar with how human s think and act . Most other races of the Horde are not quite as disciplined or diplomatic enough to learn the arts of disguise and telepathy . Occasionally , an orc or troll proves smart and charismatic enough to become a spymaster . A spymaster ' s style tends toward the flamboyant , and they are often vain . A spymaster is never content with their normal self , and constantly adjusts to fit their idea of the perfect creature . Spymasters rarely work with other characters , preferring to be by themselves , in part due to their knowledge of what everyone else is thinking . They also tend to be overconfident in their abilities , walking with a certain swagger , and leap at any challenging job just to prove they can do it . The Horde uses spymasters for most undercover jobs , where chicanery is more important than force . Unlike Alliance infiltrators , however , a spymaster is more often an assassin as well . A common use of a spymaster is to have the agent slip in unnoticed and replace a servant or bodyguard , assuming the murdered victim ' s role until they can get close enough to kill their targets . Occasionally , a spymaster assumes the role of an assassinated noble , using the victim ' s wealth and influence to wreak havoc . It is not unheard of to discover a prized counselor has all along been an agent of the Horde in disguise . Uncovering the spymaster often is even more damaging than leaving the false agent in power , as it shatters the confidence of citizens and creates suspicion among best friends . Who else may be an agent in disguise ? Most spymasters hail from the rogue class , though many come from the expert class . Any person who shows intelligence and cunning attracts the interest of a spymaster . Spymasters frown on crude , muscle - bound types , and thus rarely get along with barbarian s and warrior s . Most spymasters are indifferent to divine casters , as many are strict atheists . They constantly see into the hearts of others , and doubt that any divine creator would honor such petty creatures . Spymasters enjoy the power and abilities of arcanists , since their powers originated with arcane magic . Notable spymasters . Not of the Horde :