Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-4224349-20150319205546/@comment-26225030-20150320032720

Hey guys. I'm new to the wiki, but only in membership. I've followed all the discussions and commentary for a long time. All of your theories and what not are amazing. I'm glad I finally decided to contribute so here goes nothing. This theory goes somewhere I promise. It's already been theorized that Rose's will is within Steven, Lion, and her room. She has had a strong influence on everyone and I know that she's been highlighted as kind hearted and sincere, but she's also powerful. She has a sword, who do you think trained Pearl how to use one? That's probably in part why she idolizes her so much in a knightly manner. Rose was her master. Pearl is extremely strict, probably also something she got from Rose. I'm sure when Rose trained Pearl, she did not go easy on her at all. A leader has to be stern at times, especially when training. So, not only does Rose have a loving side, she also has the stern stability that a leader and mother often needs. It can also come off as cruel. Rose knew that the Gems would mother Steven, and that Greg isn't exactly the stern type, so she left Lion and the room to be the more "cruel" parent of the bunch. That will took over when Cloud Connie forced Steven to express himself. It was a motherly action. Steven needs independence but he also needs a guide here and there, which is what Lion Is for, but what mother is going to just let her son hide his emotions especially someone as enlightened as Rose? She acted and showed her leadership, forcing Steven to grow up a little. She did the same back in Rose's Room where she made Steven face the dangers of a fantasy world. She understands what Connie means to him and that she has an overwhelming personality. Connie will wield Rose's sword I'm sure of it, and Steven will wield the shield, but neither can overpower the other. So Rose made Steven be up front. I think it's what any good leader/mother would do.