i have even more suggestions.
-the weps from that one post i revived(no offense, theyre cool as heck)
-a lantern/torch. for seeing in dark areas
-the lvl up system
-some improved armor(chainmail, plate-mail,etc) you could make players also move slower in heavy armor.
-wizard clothes. like robes and pointy hats.
-bows. theyre like throwing knives only a bit better.
EDIT: make a mailbox. like, you can send characters other than you gold and stuff, but it takes time to go through the network, lets say 1 week?