Apparently I haven't checked Hive in a while... Just saw your message now.
There is a lot to take in, but you eventually get used to it!
I definitely suggest getting the other two starters, they are worth it.
Things are slowly plugging along. The colonization challenge will be beginning shortly. This phase is more resource and people management and is much less high stress.
Let me know if you want more info! I can't type too much now unfortunately.