Yes, that might be true. However, I hope “we modders” can motivate “you normies” to join our club 
Everything I have seen so far does not require studies in rocket science to do some basic modding in Stonehearth. At least you can also review some of the mods which will be released.
P.S. I am curious who will be able to deliver new content faster… Team Radiant or we 
. For sure I will start working on my Chronicle-Mod with on day one.