[MisterTea]

Discord is far from simple. Simple is a text based protocol I can interact with through a telnet session.

A few channels have Matrix-IRC bridges attached so that is an option for servers who want to enable multiple interfaces for those who prefer not to interact with discord.

[Halfwhit]

I completely agree with your definition of simple, but to less technically minded people Discord is simpler in that it's a "batteries included" experience