How do I pick up an item in an opponents square

[James McMurray]

It took us 70 posts to get there, but glad to be of help!

 

[Hypersmurf]

The lingering question of whether concentration is required to complete the "pick up an item" action when an AoO hits also seems clear to me. I would not have considered concentration necessary to allow me to pick up the item in my own square even if hit by an AoO. It would simply be a consequence of the action, kind of like rummaging in my pack or drinking a potion.

Actually...

Activation: Drinking a potion or applying an oil requires no special skill. The user merely removes the stopper and swallows the potion or smears on the oil. The following rules govern potion and oil use.

Drinking a potion or using an oil on an item of gear is a standard action. The potion or oil takes effect immediately. Using a potion or oil provokes attacks of opportunity. A successful attack (including grappling attacks) against the character forces a Concentration check (as for casting a spell). If the character fails this check, she cannot drink the potion. An enemy may direct an attack of opportunity against the potion or oil container rather than against the character. A successful attack of this sort can destroy the container.



-Hyp.