Question:
In short, the status quo prevails.

Does it follow that "The status quo failed."?
Answer:
no

Question:
Its disadvantage, if it matters, is a lack of it is a rather soulless hodgepodge of development with no real character.

Does it follow that "Its personality and uniformity work to its advantage."?
Answer:
no

Question:
These were erected by Nectaneboduringthefourth century b.c.

Does it follow that "These were built by Nectanebo during the fourth century B.C."?
Answer:
yes

Question:
But apparently no definitive number ...

Does it follow that "No number for certain, though."?
Answer:
yes