Man have I been looking forward to this episode. Now that Ash has 8 badges for the Sinnoh League, it's time to head straight for it!
Best thing I looked forward to in this episode was to see Jasmine, and it was great to have her around for the whole episode. I enjoyed it when Brock flirted with Jasmine this time again, and comments they meet each other again because it's true faith like that. xD Oh Brock. I might need to watch her first appearance in the Johto saga, and compare VA. But I dont think I would need to, her voice sounded quite the same.
Jasmine VS Flint was incredible short, but I suppose I cant complain. There was more to come in the episode, and as long as Jasmine is happy with learning more, eh.
And it looks like shes taken interest in learning about Contests, but hasn't really competed in them for all we know. But glad to see shes got light in that competition as Gym battles. Im also glad to have seen some interaction with her and Dawn, when Dawn was figuring out what to do; cheer for Ash or move on with a journey. You can always count on Jasmine to help out anyway possible. ^^ Im glad the writers treated Jasmine fairly well for her one only Sinnoh appearance.
Brock's Advice to Kenny was odd too. And totally random. Guess he wanted some of the spotlight in the situation.
Nice to see Flint from the previous episode I suppose, but it was interesting to say the least he's had a Monferno while still in his younger age.
Ash VS Kenny may have been short, but it was intense though. Kenny seemed to be more powerful for all I can come out with. Shame for Ash, Kenny took the win in a short time. But I couldnt expect less from using Empoleon.
Im glad in the end, Dawn decided to go with Ash to cheer him on for the Sinnoh League. I wouldnt expect her to join Kenny on a journey after these 4 years of development. : P I'm glad she left a note though, the tiny Piplup statue over it was cute too. x3 But it was really nice of her, and her PS note. XD She think he was handsome when she defeated Ash. Lol. They must like eachother.
The episode ended nicely with the title too: Four Roads Diverged in a Pokemon Port. Jasmine returns to the Olivine Gym, Flint gets ready to battle Cynthia, Kenny goes off on his new journey, and Ash/Dawn/Brock set sail for the Sinnoh League. With Team Rocket following them of course. : P