Satoshi's design for the minting of supply to himself and the few individuals who scooped up the first 6-12 million coins is part of the design, for others to consider regardless.

As mainstream adoption took place, we've now seen large capital holders acquiring BTC in proportion with their current wealth.

The hodlers play a game of chicken prisoners dilemma, and it's worthwhile to consider what beanie baby they've acquired and how the sausage was made.