Well, guilds no longer really have control over when you gain class or whether you keep it or not, so whether they exist or not isn't germane to your earlier complaint. Guilds are currently being offered the opportunity to switch to being Houses (a much more flexible organizational structure that will play a big part in city politics). About half have switched so far. I'd be surprised if they don't all eventually switch as there is no advantage in remaining a guild anymore.
--matt
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