opoint at different z position

[vonfrank]

How do I make an object (a ball) appear at a different z position from my character who is shooting it?

I am trying to make a character fire 2 projectiles in front of him horizontally, but have one travel slightly in front of him (on the z axis) and the other travel slightly behind him (on the z axis).

If this isn't clear let me know and I'll try to elaborate.

Any help at all would be appreciated.