First, there are console players out there who can't mod their games. Plus, outright removing damage isn't the same as tuning the numbers to your liking lol

Second, I platinumed the game and played through it multiple times with the Demon Bell rung and without Kuro's Blessing. I do like the challenge and I liked the game being difficult. Just because you and I did, however, doesn't mean that others do. You're not impacted whatsoever if FS decides to add difficulty sliders: everyone has their own separate experience playing the game.

Third, yea, I get that sentiment and I was of that opinion for some time too. But as mentioned above, you do not lose anything from being offered multiple difficulties. It's never a bad thing to be offered multiple options in anything in life - makes it easier to decide what you want. It makes the games more accessible.

Not trying to win you over - just a few points to consider