Currently, it is impossible to access spells at a level higher than a certain class' maximum (for example, level 7 spells on Sword Saint) even though the caster level is at maximum. Also, it appears that Paladin is no longer able to merge with Angel.
Here are a few examples; the game is completely unmodded aside from Spellbook Merge currently. Tested by making quick characters with the Inevitable Access DLC for the sake of speed.
Currently, it is impossible to access spells at a level higher than a certain class' maximum (for example, level 7 spells on Sword Saint) even though the caster level is at maximum. Also, it appears that Paladin is no longer able to merge with Angel.
Here are a few examples; the game is completely unmodded aside from Spellbook Merge currently. Tested by making quick characters with the Inevitable Access DLC for the sake of speed.