Yeah, you can get the items, but you can't use them. And there aren't a lot of things popping up to use them on. Like those sticks, can't use them. Whether or not you get a socketable item is hit or miss, mostly miss. I can count on one hand how many items I have that can be socketed, while on the other, a lot of chests filled with useless(to me) equipment.
DD is OP, it's OP as hell - but you have to actually go find the items. When I played before, it was mostly the Death Sword, which I think can be taken out of the game - while the others have randomized enchants, that may or may not, be uselful(silk touch on a helmet).
I don't really mind it being OP. If we were doing PvP(Which is entirely possible), then I'd agree. But as it seems we're just playing around, it's only OP against mobs, and anyone who accidentally gets hit(Sorry Mike, Sorry El Cpt xD). But it was just a question. I'll still be playing either way, though I have no use for the socket gems, as it's wholly unbalanced on the surface. Tons of socket gems, not a lot of socket items.
I have at least 15 of those Socket Sticks. xD