Calthine wrote:
Is there any LoN item that has become "required" for the game?
Required no, but there are now items the provide in-game adventuring advantages beyond just exp potions. Runspeed, damage shields, complete heals, etc. Hell, what tank wouldn't love an extra damage shield on them? It's not just appearance, follow-pets and house items. I'm not saying that people should be flipping out and running around crying about it, but I also don't think that their concerns are unwarranted especially since we're already seeing things trend in that direction.