Nice throwback to episode 11 in the post credit scene. 
I love how they used some of the serious tracks in this episode. Despite Cid not being there, I still overall enjoyed the episode. Can't wait for more misunderstandings between Cid and Rose, the King of Hell, and more importantly Victoria. I kinda hope they animate Victoria being saved by Shadow during her execution, even if its anime original.
It was an alright episode. It definitely felt fillery so I wasn't surprised to hear that it was an anime original episode. I was happy to see the Shadows wear the white uniforms from the first opening. HIGHEST started to automatically play in my head when that appeared. Considering the author wrote this episode, wouldn't this still be considered canon? Considering it could easily fit somewhere in the story with no repercussions