It wasn’t too long ago that the LOTRO community was debating the validity of Turbine’s decision to sell armor in the in-game store.  Shortly after that, Turbine responded with a long letter explaining their reasons behind the decision as well as their promise to communicate better with the community on the decisions that they make.

In an effort to resolve the ill-will that was generated by the initial integration of the store-only armor into the game, it was announced yesterday that starting in Update 5.2 Turbine will be adding the current store-only Relic Removal Scrolls, Morale Potions, and Power Potions to the Lock box system.  They will also be increasing the drop rates for both Lock boxes and keys as one of their “first steps” into integrating these items into the game.  They will also be discussing further ways for players to possibly obtain the store-only armor outside of the store.  In the meantime you can expect that these items (as well as some other suggested items ) to be appearing in upcoming lotteries.  But while Sapience stresses that these are “first steps” to resolving the issues surrounding these items; he also explains that not every solution that is suggested will actually be implemented. (I for one would be surprised if the store armor was ever made craftable.)