Psionic Factotum?

[Yael]

Would a Psionic Factotum variant be too strong? Replacing Arcane Dilettante for something like Psionic Dilettante, or so...

[Urpriest]

One thing to consider is that, as PLAs, their abilities would automatically be augmented up to maximum.

[malonkey1]

One thing to consider is that, as PLAs, their abilities would automatically be augmented up to maximum.

Assuming they aren't instead given a PP reserve and limited repertoire of powers, probably drawn from the Psion list.

[Extra Anchovies]

Assuming they aren't instead given a PP reserve and limited repertoire of powers, probably drawn from the Psion list.

With that, though, they could take PP-boosting feats/items and take advantage of those.

[Psyren]

A PP reserve and powers would open them up to even more potential abuse, e.g. getting a psicrystal.

I would give them specific PLAs and simply build in some kind of augmentation cap, similar to what dorjes do.

[mabriss lethe]

A PP reserve and powers would open them up to even more potential abuse, e.g. getting a psicrystal.

I would give them specific PLAs and simply build in some kind of augmentation cap, similar to what dorjes do.

But you don't need PP reserves or powers just to get a psicrystal. All you need is ML 1, and according to CPsi, Manifester levels derived from PLAs count for prerequisites.

From Complete Psionics, page 48:

In the context of a feat or prestige class requirement, a
manifester level prerequisite (such as "manifester level 5th")
measures the character's ability to generate a minimum amount
of psionic power. It is a measure of the strength of a character's
psionic talent. Creatures that use psi-like abilities can qualify
for feats or prestige classes requiring a minimum manifester
level, provided they meet it. For example, Craft Universal
Item has a requirement of manifester level 3rd