And then a perfectly logical path was chosen: we need to fix what shouldn't be there. And, as I wrote earlier, there should be no water-related graphics or spells on maps without water. Not because no one uses them, but precisely because they shouldn't be there in the first place.
Following this logic, it will be impossible to remove the same ponds, orc eyes, and other unused game elements.
In general, I would put any controversial changes in a separate category, and then it will be a win-win situation, and everyone will get what they want.