Notable Episodes
These are some notable episodes of Steven Universe.
Alone Together
In the episode, Steven, frustrated that he cannot perform fusion like the other Crystal Gems, unexpectedly fuses with his best friend Connie. This episode marks the first appearance of Stevonnie, the fusion of the two.
Jail Break
The episode covers Steven's attempt to save the Gems from the captivity of Peridot and Jasper, two Homeworld Gems leading a scouting mission on Earth. The episode reveals that Garnet is a fusion, and introduces the characters Ruby and Sapphire, Garnet's component Gems.
Cry For Help
The episode follows Steven and the Gems attempting to destroy a Gem communication hub when TV broadcasts are disrupted by signals emitted by Peridot from the tower. In order to demolish the tower, Garnet and Pearl fuse into Sardonyx, leaving Amethyst in dismay. However, as the tower keeps getting fixed, Steven and Amethyst are shocked to see who's really behind the repairs.
The Answer
In this episode, Garnet tells Steven the story of how Ruby and Sapphire met each other, fused to create Garnet, began their romantic relationship, and eventually joined the Crystal Gems. The episode received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Short-format Animation, and was adapted as a best-selling children's book.
Gem Drill
The episode deals with one of the two prominent threats of the second season, the Cluster. Steven and Peridot use their completed drill to travel down into Earth's mantle to stop The Cluster from taking form and destroying the Earth after it starts showing signs of manifestation.
Bismuth
In the episode, Steven accidentally discovers and frees a Gem bubbled within Lion's mane, who is introduced as Bismuth, one of the original Crystal Gems from 5,300 years ago. As her old friends Pearl and Garnet rejoice, Steven eventually learns why Bismuth was kept away all these years.
Mindful Education
The episode focuses on Steven and Connie training as their fusion, Stevonnie. However, when their respective personal problems interfere with the stability of the fusion, Garnet, a permanent fusion herself, steps in to help them.
Off Colors
A direct continuation of the previous episode "The Trial", "Off Colors" depicts Steven and Lars, fleeing from the Diamonds, as they encounter a small group of Gems known as the "Off-Colors", who are rejected by other Gems and live in hiding.