Using Creature Abilities

[m]

I was wondering how you use the special creature abilites during battle. For example, I've got some ancient tree ents that have the ability of taking root for better defense. How do I get them to do this?

[Gus]

the ability gives them increased defense when using the Defend (and possibly Wait, according to the description at some sites, but i find this weird and haven't tested it) command. It is not a selected ability.

If you have problems with creatures abilities, you should check the Modsmith section of the forums, i've translated a mod made by Davinov, which changes, for example, "Take Root" to the detailed explanation, in addition to the name.