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Um.

One of the most important motifs in this show is that raw physical power doesn't make true strength. That's why Garnet, whose component Gems are kind of pathetic alone but remain in perfect harmony together, is extremely effective in combat.

Sugilite and Alexandrite were not well-synchronized and would not have been effective. The former actively spited orders and expectations and cared about nothing other than herself, meaning she would most likely not have actively done any useful fighting, especially after being ordered to.