Re: OOC 3
i would say snatching him and getting him clear of the blast would be 1 CA. Finish up your last CA then ACE.
Remember everyone, if you want to actively use a skill it cost a CA. So at this point if you wanted to actively scan the water or other boat that would be a Perception check and cost a CA.
Just asking what do I see, is there anything I notice, or what's going on around me, or do i see anything useful are all passive types of perception checks, they are things you would notice right off the bat. They don't cost a CA when in combat, because you need helpful and basic knowledge of your surroundings. So you can always ask that type of stuff in battle. But if ACE now says, I want to see what is going on over at the other boat, he might move slightly to get a better vantage point and stare for a moment, as the ship isn't right next to you.