Ep 22. The Apprentice

Omi is feeling down when he sees his friends mastering their respective Shen Gong Wu while he is struggling with his own. To lift his spirits, the Xiaolin monks decide to bring in a new apprentice, Ping Pong, to train under Omi. Initially, Omi is excited about having a student and is eager to teach him everything he knows about mastering Shen Gong Wu. However, as Ping Pong turns out to be vastly different from Omi, the two clash with each other.

Ping Pong may not have the same zeal for training as Omi, but he proves to be a quick learner. He starts to master the Shen Gong Wu quickly, impressing Omi and his fellow monks. As Ping Pong's confidence rises, Omi's ego takes a hit. He compares himself to his apprentice and finds himself lacking. Omi starts to feel out of place and spirals into self-doubt. Omi's world comes crashing down when his teammates find themselves in danger, with no one else around to help them.

To restore Omi's confidence and save his friends, Ping Pong reminds Omi of the qualities that make him a great warrior. Through a series of events, Omi realizes that his experience and wisdom make him stand out as a master. He also discovers that even an apprentice can have good qualities that complement his own. The two work together to save their friends before finally accepting each other as partners rather than rivals.

Overall, "The Apprentice" is an action-packed episode with plenty of valuable life lessons. It highlights the importance of team collaboration and shows how even an apprentice can teach a master a thing or two about life and fighting spirit. The fight sequences are well choreographed, and the plot is fast-paced and engaging. Each of the characters is unique and well-developed. It's a great episode of Xiaolin Showdown to watch for fans of martial arts animation and those looking for an exciting adventure with a meaningful message.