> Like most of you at level 22 and beyond we have trained in Specialize.
> I have a few questions I'm sure you may have the answers to.
>
> 1: How do we know if a particular CASTING has utilized the
> Specializatioin Skill of that particular magic type (i.e. evocation,
> abjuration) to see if we got a savings of mana useage?

It always uses it. When the check is done to see if the spell casts,
fizzles, or how much mana is used, it takes into account you current skill
level. For a DD spell, this is Evoke and Specialize: Evoke, as well as your
Dex level, and whatever else goes into their formula that is used when you
cast a spell. Your current skill level in specialize is just part of the
formula, and hence always used.

> 2: My Skill in Evocation Specialization is at 51. I am level 24 now
> and cannot put any training points into it. Is there something wrong
> or can I not apply any more points until a later level or never?

I'm not sure if you can train beyond that point, but my Specialize: Evoke is
at about 140 now just through use if Evoke spells in combat.

-Shadowwalker