Dated Aug 23, 2013, Here is a brief IGN interview DeeJ from Gamescom 2013. It includes discussion of the UI design decisions, classes, weapon slots, weapon customization, and a few other small nuggets.
In this video DeeJ reiterates that your entire character carries over to all aspects of Destiny. Including competitive multiplayer.
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I watched that just a little while ago. This part here: [quote]Including competitive multiplayer.[/quote] I was really happy about. I like the idea that who my character has become in regards to gear, stats, abilities, and weapons is useable in facets of the game.