As you probably know, Ben used to strip noble-only items every once in a while. Using these items is a perk that premium players pay for.
To streamline the process, premium-only items will now be removed automatically when the premium expires.
Before anyone sends me links to other characters whose premium has expired but they appear to still be wearing noble-only items, this is not a bug. The items will automatically come off the next time they log in, unless the premium is reinstated.
All items will be returned to the character's inventory, so they remain in the player's possession.
M.