I have always been fond of multiple TLTs (feel free to hate), but have never found the Thug Life appealing because it seems monotone. I figure that a single Contracted Scout for bumping and some aggressive play will make the build more interesting. I wonder how much the Scout gives up in firepower against the 4th Thug though? Also, if Im skipping the Unhinged Astro on the Thugs I could fit a Palob instead of a Thug. He is certainly more interesting to play (both looks and ability), but again I wonder if a simple TLT Thug is better?

In any case, this is my proposed build at the moment:

Contracted Scout/Intelligence Agent 26 pts

Palob/TLT/TrickShot 26 pts

2x Syndicate Thug/TLT 48 pts

Try Intimidation on the scout.

put anti pursuit lasers on scout for that extra bump

I would drop Palob to Torkil Mux, and put intimidation on the scout. Then you can actually justify the lack of firepower, by buffing up the rest of your shots. Torkil also allows you to get maximum value out of your ships, so they do not get PS killed as easily.

BoShek on the bumpmaster might also be a fun option. Block them one turn, then play mindgames with their dial next turn.