Cynthia Jane Holloway:
Can Cynthia attempt a Shotgun to evade the tentacle's slimy grasp?
Sorry for overlooking this question!
Guns can usually fire a couple times and attack first in the round, but her shotgun wasn't ready as she needed to grab it. Melee attacks come next so she can make a Dodge check right now for the current attack. She can then fire her shotgun afterwards.
If you can't make a Dodge check in a day or so I can do it for you.
Tony