I'm still uncertain exactly what going to happen from the quotes we have.

Quote Originally Posted by Akihikio_Matsui
In the recent battle poll (thanks to all who participated), we learned that a considerable number of players would be willing to forgo physical levels, but wanted to retain the ability to customize characters through attribute allotment. Armed with this knowledge, we proceeded to formulate the optimal solution.

The decision: attribute point allotment will no longer accompany gains in physical level, and will instead occur when characters rise in class rank. Although the amount in frequency of points awarded will be lower than previously, players will find that each point will have a more profound effect.
Quote Originally Posted by Naoki_Yoshida
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Shift to automated character development based on class rank, with optional attribute point allotment
Is point allotment going to be automated or customized?