GamesRadar+ and Icy Veins report that Clay Stone says Blizzard has no current plans for a WoW Token or paid character boosts in WoW Forever. Both reports point to his interview with Destin Legarie.
The leveling journey comes first
The explanation in the coverage is about preserving the trip through levels 1–60, rather than offering a shortcut past it. The comments put leveling and the people you meet along the way at the center of Forever’s design.
“No current plans” is not “never”
This is a statement about the present direction. It is not a permanent promise, and it does not remove the already-announced optional Forever upgrades.
For what you actually need to play, use the beta and launch access guide. For the wider gameplay differences, see Forever vs Classic. You can also start experimenting with your class in the WoW Forever talent calculator.