Gloomhaven

"Do X to get Y", do I get Y, if no X

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When an ability says "Do X to get Y", do I get Y, regardless of the results of X?

X and Y happen simultaneously so you always get Y. However, you may still not be able to benefit from Y if X causes you to be exhausted and Y is an effect contingent upon you doing something after your are exhausted (like resolving an attack or moving).