This game is not Wurm Online. If you haven't noticed, Wurm Online is cutting the timer on many actions because of all the unnecessary players that they're losing. There is no reason to waste hours of time, if you'd like to waste time, go stand in the corner. I'd like to see some actual progression when I play games.
Also, unlike Wurm Online, this game is actually user friendly. Meaning, there isn't much to learn, just discover. Most people assume this game is what it isn't. The terraforming in tribal lands is a great way to balance griefing and it's working just fine, regardless of its short timer. If anything, I'd like to see it be decreased.