It’s not even a step down when you think about it. Sure she can’t fight and she isn’t a genius, but Monica Lynne could easily be revamped as a globe trotting socialite and humanitarian with strong connections to the world of government and entertainment. Maybe she’s got a few businesses on the side too. She’s no Emma Frost but she doesn’t need to be an incompetent damsel with no ambition like she was originally depicted. They’ve pulled every trick in the book to make Lois and MJ interesting but dudes are willing to drop the one wholesome, non-problematic love interest T’Challa has because she can’t whip up tornadoes or turn into cosmic energy lol.