I try to be fair to all the styles the anime has gone through…But S&M’s is so jarring

and yes, this image isn't mine (you can see by the watermark), but this was the best one I could find that displayed them all including the current one)

Thia is not trying to dismiss anyone who likes Sun and Moon's style. If you like it, or any other style the anime has had, that's perfect fine. I just personally take issue with the fact that it stands out so much.

Imo, I think Journeys has the best blend of the newer "rounded" style, as well as the hardcore anime style X&Y was.

Also hot take: B&W just coloured Ash's eyes 🤭