This item/option was previously in-game. Where those in Norrath could spend SOE Coin and equip {/e looks aghast} the forbidden item(s). Since this is something that was already in-game, there is no coding or patching or research needed. Just check the box allowing it. Thank you for the consideration.
Or people can just subscribe and wear whatever they want. Clearly that old concept was removed for a reason, and will likely stay that way.
clearly, those who encounter financial difficulties, like myself, who have a store of SOE Coin, and have found ALL of their prestige gear STRIPPED would be able to re-equip said gear.
On AB at least gifting marketplace items has a higher return than selling kronos. Just auction that you're gifting items for plat and you'll very quickly have enough for a krono.
Please take no offense but if $14 per month make a dent in the budget it "could" be a time to ditch a game for a little while and seek some RL opportunities (like on-line university with free credits etc.) Again please not get offended (just a thought)