derequip

Derequip is a term commonly used in video games, particularly in role-playing games (RPGs) and massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs). It refers to the action of removing an item that a player character has equipped or is currently wearing. This can include armor, weapons, accessories, or any other item that provides statistics, abilities, or cosmetic changes to the character.

Players derequip items for various reasons. A primary motivation is to make space in their inventory. Equipped items still occupy inventory slots, and as players acquire more loot, they may need to derequip less essential gear to carry more valuable or useful items. Another common reason is to switch to different equipment. Players often have multiple sets of gear for different situations, such as a set for combat, a set for crafting, or a set optimized for a specific type of enemy. Derequipping allows them to replace their current gear with a more suitable alternative.

Furthermore, derequipping can be a necessity when an item is broken or has its durability depleted. In games where items degrade over time, players might derequip a damaged item to either repair it or replace it with a new one. It can also be a step in the process of trading or selling items. Before an item can be given to another player or sold to an in-game vendor, it usually needs to be unequipped from the character. The term is straightforward and widely understood within gaming communities.