Fear - explained.

[Nerfix]

Ah, ok.

[Kristoffer O]

> I nonetheless still have the impression that a fear or standards aura tends to radiate forward from the commander, but I admit I can't justify that impression.

It has no effect on friendly troops. Also there is no way to tell if units are targeted (that I can remember) so you really have no way of knowing if it is cone shaped.

[Chazar]

Great Answer! Dom2 is all about mystery, isnt it? That's why we love it!