err, you misunderstanding the approach a bit.
this whole thing will be handled via perl script, so no permanent changes to code.
specifically with using Evolving items approach - its already contains needed mechanics which determines how much item have been in use - usually determined by amount of time you been in combat - specially if you have been beaten on (for armor) and things you attacked (for weapons)
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