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!! So you want to watch Steven Universe...
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!! So So, you want to watch Steven Universe...
WesternAnimation/StevenUniverse is a great series, but it's prone to ContinuityLockout for the newcomers, and frankly, some episodes are weaker than others (however, the creators have stated that there are no''actual'' ''literal'' {{Filler}} episodes).episodes, keep that in mind). With that in mind, we're rating each episode on a 1-4 scale, as follows:
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* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E37AloneTogether (3): I almost gave this one a 4, but you can skip it and not be lost. Still, an (4): An extremely good episode that you should watch anyways.since something really important happens to the main character.
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* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E26StevensBirthday(2): (3): Filler, but decent filler.filler. The calm before the storms.
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Now that that's out of the way, she can finally move on from her crush on Rose as well as her loss, and realize that she doesn't need others to feel strong or validated.
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%% Steven Floats
%% Too Short to Ride
%% Drop Beat Dad
%% Mr. Greg
%% The New Lars
%% Beach City Drift
%% Restaurant Wars
%% Kiki's Pizza Delivery Service
%% Monster Reunion
%% Alone at Sea
%% Greg the Babysitter
%% Gem Hunt
%% Crack the Whip
%% Steven vs Amethyst
%% Bubbled
%% The Kindergarten Kid
%% Gem Harvest
%% Know Your Fusion
%% Tiger Philanthropist
%% Last One Out of Beach City
%% Beta
%% Earthlings
%% Back 2 the Moon
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!! So you want to watch Steven Universe...
StevenUniverse is a great series, but it's prone to ContinuityLockout for the newcomers, and frankly, some episodes are weaker than others. With that in mind, I'm rating each episode on a 1-4 scale, as follows:
4: Essential. This episode is plot-critical and cannot be skipped to keep up with the series.
3: Recommended. While not essential to follow the main storyline, it is still a good episode in its own right and should be watched.
2: Optional. These episodes may be enjoyable to some, but can be skipped if need be.
1: Not recommended. This is an episode I feel can be freely skipped without missing anything.
So, without spoiling anything, here's my ratings!
SEASON 1:
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E1GemGlow (4): Introduces the characters and the setting. While not the best episode, it still can't be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E2LaserLightCannon (4): Again, provides important details on the setting and introduces major characters.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E3CheeseburgerBackpack (3): Provides some more background on Gems and some character development.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E4TogetherBreakfast (2): Can be fun, but does not really add anything important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E5Frybo (1): Introduces a minor character, but is otherwise not a particularly good episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E6CatFingers (2): Introduces some minor plot elements, and is probably the episode where a darker tone starts to be established. Nevertheless, not a particularly great episode, and can be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E7BubbleBuddies (4): Introduces a very important character.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E8SeriousSteven (3): Some nice character building for Steven, and provides some background details.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E9TigerMillionaire (3): Some important character development for Amethyst.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E10StevensLion (4): Introduces another important character.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E11ArcadeMania (2): Has its moments, but not an important episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E12GiantWoman (4): Introduces an important concept about Gems.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E13SoManyBirthdays (3): One of the darker episodes in the series, and worth watching for the feels.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E14LarsAndTheCoolKids (2): I will admit to not liking Lars, but some may enjoy this episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E15OnionTrade (1): Honestly, this episode creeped me out. Skip.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E16StevenTheSwordFighter (4): A very intense episode. Must watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E17Lion2TheMovie (4): More important backstory.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E18BeachParty (2): Fun filler episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E19RosesRoom (4): Major character development for Steven and some backstory.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E20CoachSteven (4): Character development for all!
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E21JokingVictim (2): Another Lars/Sadie episode. Entirely skippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E22StevenAndTheStevens (3): Essentially a remake of the pilot.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E23MonsterBuddies (3): An interesting episode, skip only if you must.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E24AnIndirectKiss (4): Extremely important plot-critical episode that sets up several more.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E25MirrorGem (4): Marks a major turning point in the series, this episode absolutely cannot be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E26OceanGem (4): Second part of the two parter, and is equally important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E27HouseGuest (4): While mostly a breather after the intense two parter, this episode nevertheless has some important elements to it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E28SpaceRace (3): Character development and some more background.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E29SecretTeam (2): Mostly filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E30IslandAdventure (2): More Lars/Sadie. If you like the characters, watch it, if not, skip it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E31KeepBeachCityWeird (2): I only give this episode a 2 because of some possible foreshadowing that occurs. Otherwise not too interesting.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E32FusionCuisine (3): Some neat character interactions and story.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E33GarnetsUniverse (2): Complete filler, but fun in its own right.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E34WatermelonSteven (2): This episode is just weird, and that's all I'm saying about that.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E35Lion3StraightToVideo (4): Some major feels are felt in this one. Must watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E36WarpTour (4): An extremely important episode that sets up the primary plot line for the series.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E37AloneTogether (3): I almost gave this one a 4, but you can skip it and not be lost. Still, an extremely good episode that you should watch anyways.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E38TheTest (3): Only character development, but still important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E39FutureVision (4): Establishes an important fact regarding Garnet.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E40OnTheRun (4): Some serious background information as well as very important character development.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E41HorrorClub (2): More Lars/Sadie/Renaldo filler. Skippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E42WinterForecast (3): An interesting episode, and cute to watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E43MaximumCapacity (3): Quickly takes a turn for the darker, in a surprising way.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E44MarbleMadness (4): The next episode that directly advances the main plotline. Essential.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E45RosesScabbard (3): Goes in depth into one character's psyche and the issues it creates.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E46TheMessage (4): Another major story episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E47PoliticalPower (2): Mostly a breather episode before the two part finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E48TheReturn (4): Part one of the season finale, and one of the most eventful episodes of the show.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E49JailBreak (4): Part two of the season finale, likewise eventful.
SEASON 2:
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E1FullDisclosure (3): Deals with the aftermath of the finale. Not critical, but still important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E2OpenBook (3): Total filler, but still a good episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E3JoyRide (3): Another breather episode following the intense finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E4SayUncle (1): Non-canon crossover that can be totally skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E5StoryForSteven (4): Very good episode that delves into the Gems' past.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E6ShirtClub (1): Somewhat mean-spirited episode that I did not enjoy. Skip.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E7LoveLetters (2): Some find it amusing, some find it cringe. Up to you.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E8Reformed (3): More character building, but not plot-critical.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E9SwornToTheSword (4): Sets up some important character development that has future ramifications.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E10RisingTidesCrashingSkies (2): Ronaldo filler. Watch at own discretion.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E11KeepingItTogether (4): The next plot-critical episode, and probably the darkest one yet.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E12WeNeedToTalk (4): More backstory about the Gems.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E13ChilleTid (4): Details what's happened to a certain character after the last season finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E14CryForHelp (4): Sets up an important plot arc with repercussions felt through future episodes.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E15KeystoneMotel (4): Deals with the fallout from the previous episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E16OnionFriend (2): Some character development, but not important enough that you can't skip it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E17HistoricalFriction (2): Mildly amusing filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E18FriendShip (4): The resolution to the events started in "Cry for Help".
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E19NightmareHospital (3): Some important character growth, but does not advance the plot.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E20SadiesSong (2): Sadie centered filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E21CatchAndRelease (4): Another plot-critical episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E22WhenItRains (4): Sets up the major threat of the season, unskippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E23BackToTheBarn (3): Strictly speaking, not essential, but I highly recommend seeing it anyways.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E24TooFar (3): Like the previous, it's mainly character interaction, but still important to set up later events.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E25TheAnswer (3): More character backstory, not critical, but interesting nonetheless.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E26StevensBirthday (2): Filler, but decent filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E27ItCouldveBeenGreat (4): Essential to both the overall story and the current arc.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E28MessageReceived (4): A major event happens in this episode that makes it essential viewing.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E29LogDate7152 (3): Mainly a breather episode after the intense previous one. Still worth watching for the character interaction.
StevenUniverse is a great series, but it's prone to ContinuityLockout for the newcomers, and frankly, some episodes are weaker than others. With that in mind, I'm rating each episode on a 1-4 scale, as follows:
4: Essential. This episode is plot-critical and cannot be skipped to keep up with the series.
3: Recommended. While not essential to follow the main storyline, it is still a good episode in its own right and should be watched.
2: Optional. These episodes may be enjoyable to some, but can be skipped if need be.
1: Not recommended. This is an episode I feel can be freely skipped without missing anything.
So, without spoiling anything, here's my ratings!
SEASON 1:
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E1GemGlow (4): Introduces the characters and the setting. While not the best episode, it still can't be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E2LaserLightCannon (4): Again, provides important details on the setting and introduces major characters.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E3CheeseburgerBackpack (3): Provides some more background on Gems and some character development.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E4TogetherBreakfast (2): Can be fun, but does not really add anything important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E5Frybo (1): Introduces a minor character, but is otherwise not a particularly good episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E6CatFingers (2): Introduces some minor plot elements, and is probably the episode where a darker tone starts to be established. Nevertheless, not a particularly great episode, and can be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E7BubbleBuddies (4): Introduces a very important character.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E8SeriousSteven (3): Some nice character building for Steven, and provides some background details.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E9TigerMillionaire (3): Some important character development for Amethyst.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E10StevensLion (4): Introduces another important character.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E11ArcadeMania (2): Has its moments, but not an important episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E12GiantWoman (4): Introduces an important concept about Gems.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E13SoManyBirthdays (3): One of the darker episodes in the series, and worth watching for the feels.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E14LarsAndTheCoolKids (2): I will admit to not liking Lars, but some may enjoy this episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E15OnionTrade (1): Honestly, this episode creeped me out. Skip.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E16StevenTheSwordFighter (4): A very intense episode. Must watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E17Lion2TheMovie (4): More important backstory.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E18BeachParty (2): Fun filler episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E19RosesRoom (4): Major character development for Steven and some backstory.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E20CoachSteven (4): Character development for all!
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E21JokingVictim (2): Another Lars/Sadie episode. Entirely skippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E22StevenAndTheStevens (3): Essentially a remake of the pilot.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E23MonsterBuddies (3): An interesting episode, skip only if you must.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E24AnIndirectKiss (4): Extremely important plot-critical episode that sets up several more.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E25MirrorGem (4): Marks a major turning point in the series, this episode absolutely cannot be skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E26OceanGem (4): Second part of the two parter, and is equally important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E27HouseGuest (4): While mostly a breather after the intense two parter, this episode nevertheless has some important elements to it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E28SpaceRace (3): Character development and some more background.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E29SecretTeam (2): Mostly filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E30IslandAdventure (2): More Lars/Sadie. If you like the characters, watch it, if not, skip it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E31KeepBeachCityWeird (2): I only give this episode a 2 because of some possible foreshadowing that occurs. Otherwise not too interesting.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E32FusionCuisine (3): Some neat character interactions and story.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E33GarnetsUniverse (2): Complete filler, but fun in its own right.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E34WatermelonSteven (2): This episode is just weird, and that's all I'm saying about that.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E35Lion3StraightToVideo (4): Some major feels are felt in this one. Must watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E36WarpTour (4): An extremely important episode that sets up the primary plot line for the series.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E37AloneTogether (3): I almost gave this one a 4, but you can skip it and not be lost. Still, an extremely good episode that you should watch anyways.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E38TheTest (3): Only character development, but still important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E39FutureVision (4): Establishes an important fact regarding Garnet.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E40OnTheRun (4): Some serious background information as well as very important character development.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E41HorrorClub (2): More Lars/Sadie/Renaldo filler. Skippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E42WinterForecast (3): An interesting episode, and cute to watch.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E43MaximumCapacity (3): Quickly takes a turn for the darker, in a surprising way.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E44MarbleMadness (4): The next episode that directly advances the main plotline. Essential.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E45RosesScabbard (3): Goes in depth into one character's psyche and the issues it creates.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E46TheMessage (4): Another major story episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E47PoliticalPower (2): Mostly a breather episode before the two part finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E48TheReturn (4): Part one of the season finale, and one of the most eventful episodes of the show.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS1E49JailBreak (4): Part two of the season finale, likewise eventful.
SEASON 2:
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E1FullDisclosure (3): Deals with the aftermath of the finale. Not critical, but still important.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E2OpenBook (3): Total filler, but still a good episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E3JoyRide (3): Another breather episode following the intense finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E4SayUncle (1): Non-canon crossover that can be totally skipped.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E5StoryForSteven (4): Very good episode that delves into the Gems' past.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E6ShirtClub (1): Somewhat mean-spirited episode that I did not enjoy. Skip.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E7LoveLetters (2): Some find it amusing, some find it cringe. Up to you.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E8Reformed (3): More character building, but not plot-critical.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E9SwornToTheSword (4): Sets up some important character development that has future ramifications.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E10RisingTidesCrashingSkies (2): Ronaldo filler. Watch at own discretion.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E11KeepingItTogether (4): The next plot-critical episode, and probably the darkest one yet.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E12WeNeedToTalk (4): More backstory about the Gems.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E13ChilleTid (4): Details what's happened to a certain character after the last season finale.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E14CryForHelp (4): Sets up an important plot arc with repercussions felt through future episodes.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E15KeystoneMotel (4): Deals with the fallout from the previous episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E16OnionFriend (2): Some character development, but not important enough that you can't skip it.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E17HistoricalFriction (2): Mildly amusing filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E18FriendShip (4): The resolution to the events started in "Cry for Help".
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E19NightmareHospital (3): Some important character growth, but does not advance the plot.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E20SadiesSong (2): Sadie centered filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E21CatchAndRelease (4): Another plot-critical episode.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E22WhenItRains (4): Sets up the major threat of the season, unskippable.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E23BackToTheBarn (3): Strictly speaking, not essential, but I highly recommend seeing it anyways.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E24TooFar (3): Like the previous, it's mainly character interaction, but still important to set up later events.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E25TheAnswer (3): More character backstory, not critical, but interesting nonetheless.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E26StevensBirthday (2): Filler, but decent filler.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E27ItCouldveBeenGreat (4): Essential to both the overall story and the current arc.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E28MessageReceived (4): A major event happens in this episode that makes it essential viewing.
* Recap/StevenUniverseS2E29LogDate7152 (3): Mainly a breather episode after the intense previous one. Still worth watching for the character interaction.
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Now that that's out of the way, she can finally move on from her crush on Rose as well as her loss, and realize that she doesn't need others to feel strong or validated.
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Now that that's out of the way, she can finally move on from her crush on Rose as well as her loss, and realize that she doesn't need others to feel strong orvalidated.validated.
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!! An analysis on Pearl's CharacterArc and possible future CharacterDevelopment
I recently binge-watched every Steven Universe episode in a week (as of this writing, until “Friend Ship”), and I must say that I loved the series. And I'm writing this piece of text to analyze one of the aspects that I liked the most: Pearl's character arc.
If I mention “Friend Ship”, a lot of people will summarize it as “the episode in which Pearl and Garnet finally make up”. But it's much more than that. It's actually “The culmination of Pearl's CharacterArc, as well as the beginning of her CharacterDevelopment”
So, during the powerful and heart-wrenching scene Pearl tells Garnet how she truly feels: she always though of herself as weak and full of insecurities, always needing of somebody to tell her what to do. Now, in order to get a better inisght of this emotional confession, we have to go back in time.
First, taking this into account, let's talk about her relationship with Rose, and Rose herself. Rose was the leader of the Rebellion, a powerful, beautiful and charismatic gem, and a tactical genius to boost. So we have one gem who thinks of herself as worthless, in a (sort of) relationship with another gem that everybody, including her enemies, admires, respects and looks up to. So is no surprise here that Pearl pretty much defines herself almost exclusively through her relationship with Rose. It appears that she takes more pride in being Rose's lover (not exactly clear if Rose loved her back that way, or if she was even aware of it) and confidant rather than anything she herself did on her own. She thinks she has nothing to offer and is amazed that somebody as great as Rose would choose to be with her.
Another thing that I found interesting is that of all the gems, Pearl seems to be the one who shows the least respects for humanity and Earth, the same species and planet Rose fought for at the expense of her being labeled a traitor and being banned from her world forever. You can't help but wonder that if Pearl had such low opinion on humans, why did she follow Rose. And the answer would be that [[ProtagonistCenteredMorality she didn't care much about what they were fighting for as long as she got to be with Rose]] (Rose's Scabbard supports this idea). Which is kind of scary if you think about it.
The episode “Sworn to the Sword” brings more light into this, and shows a very interesting parallel between Pearl/Rose and Steven/Connie. The episode shows how Pearl not only trains Connie just to fight, but to pretty much toss her life away for Steven's sake. Pearl made Connie think how her life was less worthy than Steven's, just like how Pearl's own life was less worthy than Rose's. It was something easy because Connie also had something of an inferiority complex (with some shades of IJustWantToBeSpecial) regarding Steven.
However, this is when the differences come to play: Steven is utterly apalled of the idea of Connie dying for him. He clearly sees Connie as his equal, and wants Connie to see him in the same way, hence that's why he wants Connie to fight ''with'' him, not ''for'' him. Steven convinces Connie of this, and together they confront Pearl. Pearl wins the fight nevertheless, but the argument that follows is something she's not prepared for. Upon realizing how toxic Pearl's ideas of dying for others are, and upon hearing Pearl's FreudianSlip, Connie probably asks a question that definitely takes Pearl aback:
-->'''Connie''': Did Rose make you feel like you were nothing?
Because that's pretty much how Pearl made Connie think of herself regarding Steven. Pearl replies that it was the opposite, but this is obviously not true. Unlike Steven and Connie, Pearl clearly did not see Rose as an equal, but somebody greater than her. A relationship can't be healthy if one part is “better” than the other. Steven knew this, and made Connie realize of this truth. In the end, Pearl agrees to train both Steven and Connie to fight together, maybe realizing of the flaws of her relationship with Rose, as well as her own character.
Now, we go back again to “Friend Ship”. After Pearl's confession, this is Garnet's reply:
-->'''Garnet''': It's not easy being in control. I have weaknesses too. But I choose not to let them consume me. I struggle to stay strong because I know the impact I have on everyone. Please understand, Pearl. You have an impact too. There are times when I look up to ''you'' for strength. ''You are your own gem. You'' control your destiny. Not me, not Rose, not Steven. But you must choose to be strong, so we can move forward. So I can trust you again.
So Pearl though most of her life “I'm worthless”. And, upon hearing this, Garnet told her “No, you're NOT”.
Now we get a better insight of Pearl's relationship with Rose as a way for her self-realization, and how once Rose wasn't there anymore she felt completely lost. But now, finally somebody told her something she desperatelly needed to hear, that she doesn't need to depend on other people to be strong, that she can be, and is, strong on her own. This is the culmination of her CharacterArc.
Now that that's out of the way, she can finally move on from her crush on Rose as well as her loss, and realize that she doesn't need others to feel strong or validated.
I recently binge-watched every Steven Universe episode in a week (as of this writing, until “Friend Ship”), and I must say that I loved the series. And I'm writing this piece of text to analyze one of the aspects that I liked the most: Pearl's character arc.
If I mention “Friend Ship”, a lot of people will summarize it as “the episode in which Pearl and Garnet finally make up”. But it's much more than that. It's actually “The culmination of Pearl's CharacterArc, as well as the beginning of her CharacterDevelopment”
So, during the powerful and heart-wrenching scene Pearl tells Garnet how she truly feels: she always though of herself as weak and full of insecurities, always needing of somebody to tell her what to do. Now, in order to get a better inisght of this emotional confession, we have to go back in time.
First, taking this into account, let's talk about her relationship with Rose, and Rose herself. Rose was the leader of the Rebellion, a powerful, beautiful and charismatic gem, and a tactical genius to boost. So we have one gem who thinks of herself as worthless, in a (sort of) relationship with another gem that everybody, including her enemies, admires, respects and looks up to. So is no surprise here that Pearl pretty much defines herself almost exclusively through her relationship with Rose. It appears that she takes more pride in being Rose's lover (not exactly clear if Rose loved her back that way, or if she was even aware of it) and confidant rather than anything she herself did on her own. She thinks she has nothing to offer and is amazed that somebody as great as Rose would choose to be with her.
Another thing that I found interesting is that of all the gems, Pearl seems to be the one who shows the least respects for humanity and Earth, the same species and planet Rose fought for at the expense of her being labeled a traitor and being banned from her world forever. You can't help but wonder that if Pearl had such low opinion on humans, why did she follow Rose. And the answer would be that [[ProtagonistCenteredMorality she didn't care much about what they were fighting for as long as she got to be with Rose]] (Rose's Scabbard supports this idea). Which is kind of scary if you think about it.
The episode “Sworn to the Sword” brings more light into this, and shows a very interesting parallel between Pearl/Rose and Steven/Connie. The episode shows how Pearl not only trains Connie just to fight, but to pretty much toss her life away for Steven's sake. Pearl made Connie think how her life was less worthy than Steven's, just like how Pearl's own life was less worthy than Rose's. It was something easy because Connie also had something of an inferiority complex (with some shades of IJustWantToBeSpecial) regarding Steven.
However, this is when the differences come to play: Steven is utterly apalled of the idea of Connie dying for him. He clearly sees Connie as his equal, and wants Connie to see him in the same way, hence that's why he wants Connie to fight ''with'' him, not ''for'' him. Steven convinces Connie of this, and together they confront Pearl. Pearl wins the fight nevertheless, but the argument that follows is something she's not prepared for. Upon realizing how toxic Pearl's ideas of dying for others are, and upon hearing Pearl's FreudianSlip, Connie probably asks a question that definitely takes Pearl aback:
-->'''Connie''': Did Rose make you feel like you were nothing?
Because that's pretty much how Pearl made Connie think of herself regarding Steven. Pearl replies that it was the opposite, but this is obviously not true. Unlike Steven and Connie, Pearl clearly did not see Rose as an equal, but somebody greater than her. A relationship can't be healthy if one part is “better” than the other. Steven knew this, and made Connie realize of this truth. In the end, Pearl agrees to train both Steven and Connie to fight together, maybe realizing of the flaws of her relationship with Rose, as well as her own character.
Now, we go back again to “Friend Ship”. After Pearl's confession, this is Garnet's reply:
-->'''Garnet''': It's not easy being in control. I have weaknesses too. But I choose not to let them consume me. I struggle to stay strong because I know the impact I have on everyone. Please understand, Pearl. You have an impact too. There are times when I look up to ''you'' for strength. ''You are your own gem. You'' control your destiny. Not me, not Rose, not Steven. But you must choose to be strong, so we can move forward. So I can trust you again.
So Pearl though most of her life “I'm worthless”. And, upon hearing this, Garnet told her “No, you're NOT”.
Now we get a better insight of Pearl's relationship with Rose as a way for her self-realization, and how once Rose wasn't there anymore she felt completely lost. But now, finally somebody told her something she desperatelly needed to hear, that she doesn't need to depend on other people to be strong, that she can be, and is, strong on her own. This is the culmination of her CharacterArc.
Now that that's out of the way, she can finally move on from her crush on Rose as well as her loss, and realize that she doesn't need others to feel strong or validated.
