A few questions from a Newbie -- thanks for help

[onomastikon]

Yikes, thanks so much. Hats off to this site and this community. That was all very helpful.

Still experimenting. Btw, you cant research more than 4 in the demo Version, which is tough to experiment when looking for game.

Last questions?
- Do I understand right that the Monolith can never move, ever? I dont see a command to "possess" willing helpers to perform tasks -- anyone know how this works?
- Sometimes I see casters can cast spells they really shouldnt be able to (usually cause research not unlocked yet) -- do some spells come for free?
- Why dont people build lots of forts all over?

ok thanks tons!