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It would've definitely been the more interesting route than to return to the status quo. It would've opened up more potential for worldbuilding and seeing actual conflict between Panty and Stocking would've given more material but also rounded them both out as characters more.

Not only that but it would've given the show a new hook overall and the initial few episodes wouldn't feel like dilly-dallying because we're all aware everything was forced into this new status quo by an executive order.

Unpopular opinion, but I think they completely flanderized Stocking in the new series. Her loving cute things and sweets was a part of her personality in the original, but she was definitely the more responsible and cool-headed sibling.

Maybe that's also why she fits into demonhood so well?