[quote=MercuryHg34]For example, I start with 1 expert skill, 3 major skills and 3 minor skills. I decide to trade two minor skills for another major skill, so now my skills are spread 1/4/1. Can I then trade two major skills for an expert skill, resulting in 2/2/1?

-When deciding our spells, will there be a list for us to choose from? Or do we make our own and get your approval on them?
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First, that would leave you with 3/0/1 instead.

And yes, spells are player-created and should be included in the CS to receive approval, AFAIK.