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Multiclass

From NWN2Wiki

A character with more than one class is considered to be multiclassed or multiclassing.

While this allows a character to gain access to the features of many classes at the same time, it also risks a multiclass penalty.

Many class features rely on the number of class levels, so there's a possibility that a multiclassed character could be spread too thin to be effective in all areas.

e.g.
a wizard 1 / rogue 5 multiclass can only cast the same spells (both in power and quantity) as a 1st level wizard, irrespective of the 5 rogue levels.

You start with your Base Class and then somewhere on your Next Level you decide to select a Different Class from your Base class; The character must still meet the requirements for that class (usually an alignment restriction for base classes, but more elaborate pre-requisites for prestige classes). The NEW class that you selected will be starting at Level 1 Class level.

Character / RaceC L A S SClass Level
Level 1 your Original Base Class Level1
Level 2 your Original Base Class Level2
Level 3 2nd Class Level selected1
Level 4 your Original Base Class Level3
Level 5 3rd Class Level selected1
Level 6 your Original Base Class Level4
Level 7 3rd Class Level selected2
Level 8 2nd Class Level selected2
Level 9 2nd Class Level selected3
Level 10 2nd Class Level selected4
Level 11 3rd Class Level selected3
Level 12 your Original Base Class Level5

Well, You get the Idea. ^_^

You will also suffer Multiclass penalty for such decisions, but there are Exceptions.