Steven’s drawing of Lapis and Peridot holding hands is a nod to the tip of an iceberg of fan art depicting what I can only assume is far, far more physical contact between the Gems.

Then, the storm. When the engine breaks down, Steven and Lapis have a conversation that cuts, rather bluntly, to the core of Lapis’ guilt.

With the release of Steven Universe: The Complete First Season on DVD we went back to the beginning. Back before the Gem home world. Back before Peridot and Lapis. Back before Stevonnie.

The Crystal Gems are officially back in action after a lengthy hiatus, and they aren’t wasting any time in tackling some of Steven Universe‘s big issues. The five-episode “In Too Deep ...

Lapis Might Be Back, But It’s Still The Peridot Show On Steven Universe (Episode 3.04) ...