It doesn’t sound like Tolero was joking around when she said it either.  You can read it here on the PAX east signup thread.

Sadness and disappointment.

Speculation on the druids being in U9 was high with the way that things have been so silent and secretive.  It was already said we would see them this year.  So what is in U9.  The only thing I’ve heard confirmation of is that “The new tech will be”.  Something that is also being used in the birthday event.  Which new tech?  The ability to select level 1 through 25 on any adventure?  Crafting items that have tiers?  Something relating to the Crystal Cove quest?  If anybody has more info, please post.

It looks like we’ll have to wait until PAX east, March 11-13, before we get the full scoop on what is coming down the pike.