Diablo 2 character limit increased?

Hi,

Is it true that the Diablo 2 closed bnet character limit per account has been increased from 8 to 18?
So now I can legally create 18 characters on one account?

I’m asking this because I can’t find any official information anywhere.
Any reply is welcome, but I’d appreciate official confirmation.

you could just test it. i could have done it for you but, i do not have diablo 2 installed i believe.

It works for me (I can create up to 18 on my account) but I would appreciate any information/confirmation.

For example, it would be a disaster for me if this change weren’t permanent and resulted in the loss of characters.
I simply don’t understand why it took me over two years to find out about this update.

it is unlikely that they will reduce the limit, as that might get the community furious. they are in enough trouble as it is.