>>52708312Don't get me wrong, it was nice to see that she developed, but there were issues that held me back from enjoying it. Also, just being fair, I really don't like Serena that much so I might be a tougher customer.
>she progressed, yes, but the 'contests' weren't what we saw in AG/DP, they were much closer to the showcases of XY>her new outfit was monochromatic and weirdly imbalanced>while she seemed more independent, she still was quoting Ash a lot AND quizzing Koharu on said Ash quotes>contest animation was poor and didn't feel like iconic imagery>her independence shouldn't be threatened by sharing scenes with Ash. Just show them hanging out and having fun without crushy shit getting in the way>she didn't meet Goh, which has been a highlight of all other companion returns>Ash didn't get to learn what she's done, nor react to Braixen evolvingIt wasn't an affront to my senses, or angering, it was just a relatively boring episode. It didn't feel like an event to me, it felt like a wasted opportunity to entertain me, and more importantly, feed her biggest fans.
