First, I'd like to say thank you to Todoroki Is for providing these scans. Thank you.
Two, I must say that after looking at these scans, I really want this game now. I think I'll like it way better than the original. I'm really loving the rival's new look. (I just had to draw a pic of him, and I did.) He looks more masculine than his old self if you ask me. (Now I have to find a new name for him, just because DP took him under their wing and made him more sinister. XD) I know some people claim he looks like Mars, but I'd say he looks more like he could be Mars' brother. He's supposed to have Red hair. If anything, I'd say Mars took his hair style. ;) JK. Gold came before Diamond. Just saying. ;) Anyway, his old and new hair style still look similar, the only real difference is length and that patch of hair that's sticking up. (He looks almost like the chronicles anime version of himself.) I like the new outfit. It's basically the same feel of the old look, but touched up a little bit. However, the top somehow reminds me of Groudon and Kyogre. (Mostly Kyogre.) But it makes sense because you can capture those legendaries in these games. I'm glad they showed the battle between you and your rival. I really like his new pose. (I kind of wish the pic was a little bit clearer, but I like the new Gold's back sprite. He's so cute! I might choose him over the new girl! XD) (Hopefully Pokemon Sunday will show the battle.)
Another thing I'd like to mention is Professor Elm's new artwork. I like it a lot better than the original and he seems like he's younger as well. I really like his new lab. I see that the machine that heals your Pokemon has returned. I'm happy about that. Though, I wish I could have seen a clearer picture of it, so I know exactly what his sprite looks like.
As for the Rocket grunt, I miss the old hair style, but this one is nice, too. I like her pink hair. Team Rocket=awesomest evil organization ever (in my eyes.)
Speaking of the Rocket Grunt, the two pictures to the right of her are intriguing to me.
I wish I could see them better to get an idea of where they are located.