Why not leave the base game the way it is and add more content and features? Gaming has always expanded via mods. Like it or not, Mods are a part of the gaming industry that allows gamer's to create what they feel the game should be. It also helps and balances the game. What you asked for is what 99% of Valheim users want. Why are you segregating people when we all want the same thing.

Lack of resource is what pushes people to mods and a lack luster system.