So my "Shield Use" for my Paladin is only "Disciple," but I can wear Pavises, which are marked as "Journeyman." The only thing I can think is that the type of shields one can use is dependent upon "Armor" not "Shields." Is that true?

Also, my modified intelligence is now 18, I have my Magic of Miracles up to 11, and I am level 21, but I cannot memorize spells which meet that criteria. Do modified stats not complete the requirements for skills and spells?

Thanks, I appreciate it. Now only if I'd not wasted 10 points in Identify while having Keen Sense the entire time.