FAQ for "Strangle-root attack" (2009) [RECOMMENDED]
(Rule)Description: **Q. Can the Treeman and Treeman Ancient perform a Stand & Shoot charge reaction with the Strangle-root attack? If yes, can he stand and shoot in any direction, or only to his front? Can he use it after failing a charge?**
A. It is a shooting attack, so it can stand & shoot, and it can do this in any direction (no line of sight is required). It cannot be used the turn a Treeman has failed a charge.
_Source: Official Wood Elves FAQ_