I think it would be pretty cool to have a server set up where only crafted items could be used by players. After newbie level drops, epic drops and armor quests, mobs would only drop coin, gems and raw materials used in tradecraft.
It would make gameplay different to say the least. I don't propose the game itself in its entirety go this way, I just think it would be a neat change of pace.
I've been away from EQ for about 3 months. You think about stuff. Get weird ideas.