[Thor]

From the best source possible:

Quote:It's taken way too long, but finally the new skill system is getting close to completion. School courses will remain unchanged, but no classes will be added. This has been done for consistency and fairness, as many current and future players should have access to courses already taken by long-term players.

Skills are completely new and will allow for a lot of additions to the game.

Taken from the skills thread:
http://www.awakenedlands.com/forums/view...php?t=5344