Immediate Actions *can't* be used when flat-footed?

[blargney the second]

Really, if you're a Warblade, there's no reason to NOT max out your Concentration skill. It's a no-brainer.

It's a no-brainer for a Fighter to take Shield Ward, but not all do...

 

[Moon-Lancer]

i suggest your not flat footed when outside combat. it has some oddness, but its the cleanest solution.

 

[Nail]

It's a no-brainer for a Fighter to take Shield Ward, but not all do...

Err?

Not at all! Many, many, MANY Ftr concepts call for a 2-hd weapon. No shield there!

Concentration, OTOH, works with several Martial Adept manuevers, all of which fit nicely into just about any martial adept concept. Shining Example: Moment of Perfect Mind.

Still, this isn't a thread about balance issues with Martial Adept manuevers; it's about Immediate Action shinnanigans outside of combat, when surprised. To Feather Fall or Not Feather Fall -- that is the question!

 

[Nail]

i suggest your not flat footed when outside combat. it has some oddness, but its the cleanest solution.

FWIW, we've decided to go that route.....for now.

 

[blargney the second]

Not at all! Many, many, MANY Ftr concepts call for a 2-hd weapon. No shield there!

Exactly my point - utility of a given mechanic is based on concept and execution. There's only one discipline that uses Concentration: Diamond Mind. Warblades have access to four other disciplines, any of which makes for a great character, none of which makes Concentration a no-brainer.

Back on topic, I've taken to having players roll initiative vs traps to see if they're flat-footed or not. The trap's Init modifier is 1/2 its CR. Works quite well.
-blarg