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Scenario:
A character is hanging on the edge of a ledge by his hands. An enemy is flying next to him, able to attack. The character knows the enemy is there.
The question is, which condition applies to the character in this instance?
1. Prone
2. Flat-Footed
3. No condition
4. Hybrid of Prone
5. Other
1. Prone seems to make a bit of sense, but then again it doesn't, as prone specifically states "ground."
2. Flat-Footed may be the better option over prone, but flat-footed seems to be applied only when surprised.
3. Surely there must be some adjustment or condition applied in the case.
4. What about just splitting the difference with prone and making the number -2/+2?
5. Any other suggestions?
I would rule that the character is climbing, and thus ...
While climbing, you can’t move to avoid a blow, so you lose your Dexterity bonus to AC (if any). You also can’t use a shield while climbing. Anytime you take damage while climbing, make a Climb check against the DC of the slope or wall. Failure means you fall from your current height and sustain the appropriate falling damage.