I have the 3rd edition handbooks, but am still sorting over it. There have been numerous changes. It's true that characters are more skill based now. Humans get extra skills to start off (4) and an extra feat. They are not penalized xp when multi-classing. The demihumans are not penalized in their favoured class, but will be penalized in any other class (This to be effective if over 2 levels in difference to the first). The character can not have 3 classes or more to start off with. Also, if you have two classes assigned to the character, they are not at 1st level, they are at 1/2 level in each class and must gain 2nd level in order to get 1st level. Combat has totally changed too. The AC rating starts from 0 and goes up now, so you will not see -AC anymore. It is based off of the protection of the armor + adjustments. Gaining levels has become standardized. This is just a couple of things. I will add more in a little bit, I am at work and can't type too much.
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