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I'm sorry, I think he's coming to me because... I'm the one who made him.

—Steven, "Gem Harvest"

Pumpkin is a sentient pumpkin created by Steven for Peridot and Lapis Lazuli in "Gem Harvest". Pumpkin lived at The Barn until the events of "Raising the Barn", where she moved to Steven's Bathroom with Peridot until "Change Your Mind".

Appearance[]

Pumpkin is a small pumpkin with four stubby legs, two large pumpkin seeds for eyes, a carved mouth to bark out of, and a stem for a tail. Pumpkin also has a tongue made of pumpkin guts with pumpkin seeds for taste buds.

Personality[]

Pumpkin's personality matches that of a regular dog, being capable of barking, jumping, and rolling around on the ground, and is happy and playful in general. Pumpkin treats her owners with great loyalty and affection, but responds negatively when threatened, as she turned to Peridot and Lapis for comfort upon seeing Steven carve out a different pumpkin. Pumpkin was also willing to help Peridot, Lapis, and Connie at the car wash in "The New Crystal Gems".

History[]

"Gem Harvest"[]

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Pumpkin leening into Steven

Steven feels bad for Peridot and Lapis living alone at The Barn, so he licks a pumpkin seed and plants it in the ground. The next day, it transforms into Pumpkin. Initially, Pumpkin is loyal to Steven, similar to his Watermelon Stevens, until he gruesomely carves another pumpkin in front of her. After this event, Pumpkin shows the same amount of loyalty to Peridot and Lapis instead. Pumpkin is later seen being chased by Amethyst who shapeshifted into her. Pumpkin appears to be afraid of Steven, as she runs away in terror when seeing Steven wielding a knife. At the end of Andy DeMayo's visit to the Barn, Peridot is even shown trying to teach Pumpkin how to say "clod." Pumpkin also spits out the groom figurine from the wedding cake used at the family dinner, having swallowed it earlier, disgusting Andy.

"The New Crystal Gems"[]

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Pumpkin arrives at the Temple with Peridot and Lapis, looking through a laundry basket. Later on, Connie holds her, and Pumpkin is given the role of Pearl on their new team. As Pearl, Pumpkin wears a party hat over her face to match Pearl's pointy nose. She helps dry off the cars at the car wash with Connie, and occasionally barks throughout the episode.

"Room for Ruby"[]

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Pumpkin sleeping

Pumpkin can be seen running around the Barn. Pumpkin licks "Navy" like a dog when the latter appears to be nice and is shown to be concerned when "Navy" tricks the Gems. Pumpkin accompanies Steven, Peridot, Lapis, and "Navy" throughout the episode.

"Raising the Barn"[]

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Pumpkin not wanting to leave Earth

Pumpkin greets Steven via video chat. Not wanting to leave Earth when Lapis says they must, Pumpkin runs away when Lapis levitates the barn with her hydrokinesis forcing the trio to look for her. Throughout the search, Peridot and Steven find a basketball and onions sold by Onion. Later in the day, Peridot finds her hiding in the crops and forcibly pulls the scared vegetable out of her hiding spot so hard that she falls down and Pumpkin runs to Steven for protection. Peridot instantly apologizes to her beloved pet, cheering Pumpkin up, but Pumpkin returns to her scared state and hides behind Steven when Lapis lifts and drops the barn with her powers. Pumpkin sadly watches Lapis take the barn and leave Earth. With nowhere else to go, a sad Peridot moves into Steven's bathroom while Pumpkin is with her.

"Back to the Kindergarten"[]

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Pumpkin greeting Amethyst

Pumpkin happily greets Amethyst and despite seemingly following Steven, Amethyst, and a depressed Peridot, Pumpkin does not accompany them to the Kindergarten.

"Can't Go Back"[]

Pumpkin can be seen together with Peridot at Steven's bathroom, sleeping.

"Reunited"[]

Pumpkin briefly appears at Ruby and Sapphire's wedding. Pumpkin also briefly appears along with the Crystal Gems, Greg, and Cat Steven after Yellow Diamond and Blue Diamond's Hand Ships go down.

"Change Your Mind"[]

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Pumpkin with Cat Steven

Pumpkin is seen on the beach with everybody else at the end of the episode.

Relationships[]

Crystal Gems[]

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Pumpkin with Connie

Pumpkin has been shown to be comfortable around the Crystal Gems, such as when she rests on Connie's arms in "The New Crystal Gems". She was also happy around them in "Change Your Mind".

Steven Universe[]

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Pumpkin terrified of Steven

Being created by Steven, Pumpkin initially loved him, and would not leave his side until Steven carved a pumpkin in front of her. For quite some time afterward, Pumpkin had both disliked and feared Steven. However, near the end of "Gem Harvest" and in "The New Crystal Gems", she appears to be fine with him. In "Room for Ruby", Pumpkin happily greets Steven and allows him to hold her when the four of them swim to shore after being tricked by "Navy". In "Raising the Barn", Pumpkin seems as friendly to Steven as she was when he created her, enthusiastically greeting him via video chat, leaping into his arms when Peridot gets angry at her, and hiding behind him when Lapis drops the Barn.

Peridot and Lapis Lazuli[]

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Pumpkin in Lapis arms

Pumpkin loves Peridot and Lapis, living with them in the barn and acting as a pet or roommate to them. When Pumpkin fled from Steven and jumped into Peridot and Lapis' arms, Steven remarked that it was nice for them to have "a new addition to the family". Although the full extent of their relationship is unknown, Pumpkin has been seen listening to the two of them and cuddling in Lapis' arms. They are close enough for Peridot and Lapis to bring Pumpkin to Steven's house when they are told to protect Beach City in the Crystal Gems' stead. In "Raising the Barn", Peridot kisses her on the forehead after she scares her, showing she cares for her, and Peridot and Lapis (along with Steven) spend a good deal of time searching for her, seeming very worried by her absence and refraining from leaving Earth until they find her. However, Lapis decides to leave Pumpkin along with Peridot at the end of the episode.

Amethyst[]

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Pumpkin bonding with Amethyst

Pumpkin seems to like Amethyst, as she is seen playing with Amethyst who is shapeshifted into her likeness. Although the full extent of their relationship is unknown, Pumpkin is shown to be comfortable enough to rest in Amethyst's arms before fleeing in fear at the sight of Steven holding a knife, after which Amethyst tells her to "chill out, dude" and chases after her to presumably calm her down. Also in "Back To The Kindergarten", when Amethyst walks out of the Temple Door, Pumpkin rushes over to her to greet her.

Cat Steven[]

In "Change Your Mind", Pumpkin was seen playing with Cat Steven, however the cat was scared of her.

Episode Appearances[]

Trivia[]

  • While initially referred to with he/him pronouns by Steven, she has afterward been exclusively referred to with she/her pronouns instead.
  • Pumpkin has a lifespan of multiple years, much longer than those of the Watermelon Stevens. However, Pumpkin's lifespan is still limited.[1]
  • Pumpkin does not need to eat or sleep but can choose to do so just like Gems. As theorized by Rebecca Sugar, Pumpkin probably gets all of her nutrients from the Sun.[2]
  • Due to Pumpkin being absent in Steven Universe: The Movie, fans began speculating that she had in fact passed away in the 2-year time skip. When the Crewniverse was asked about Pumpkin's fate during a Q&A at the Animation is Film Festival 2019, they joked that "Pumpkins don't last forever" but also stated "Pumpkin's okay" in reference to the character itself.
  • In Cartoon Network Arcade, she is a collectible figure. Strangely, she is categorized as a Gem.

Gallery

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References

ve Characters in Steven Universe
Crystal Gems Human-Gem Hybrids: Steven Universe

Unfused Gems: AmethystBiggs JasperBismuthLapis LazuliLarimarPearlPeridotRubySapphireSnowflake Obsidian
Fusion Gems: AlexandriteCrazy Lace AgateGarnetMega PearlObsidian (Rose Quartz Fusion)OpalRainbow QuartzSardonyxSugilite
Hybrid Fusions: Obsidian (Steven fusion)Rainbow Quartz 2.0Smoky QuartzStegStevonnieSunstone
Inactive Gems: Rose Quartz
Humans: Connie Maheswaran
Pets: LionPumpkinCat Steven

Homeworld Gems Unfused Gems: CombyEmeraldPebblesSapphiresSpinel

Fusion Gems: MalachiteTopazZebra Jasper (fusion)Giant RubyRuby (triple fusion)Lemon JadeBluebird Azurite
Inactive Gems: Pink Diamond

Off Colors Unfused Gems: PadparadschaRutile Twins

Fusion Gems: FluoriteRhodonite
Humans: Lars Barriga

Other Gems (Formerly) Corrupted Gems: AlbiteAngel Aura QuartzBig BirdBiggs JasperBixbiteBlue ChalcedonyBlue Lace AgateCherry QuartzChrysocollaDesert GlassEarth BeetleElectric SkullsGrossular DiopsideHeaven BeetleJasperLace AmethystLarimarMoonstoneNephriteOcean JasperOrange SpodumeneSnowflake ObsidianTongue MonsterUnknown Giant Gem MonsterWater BearWatermelon TourmalineWhite TopazZebra Jasper (singular)Minor Corrupted Gems

Corrupted Gem-produced monsters: CentipeetlesCrab Monsters

Other Gems: Smoke MonsterMinor GemsUnknown Gems (Morganite • Nephrite-XJ Cut-763 • Unknown Quartz Warrior • Blue Diamond's Court • Pink Diamond's EntourageUnknown Crystal Gems67 Elite CitrinesPyritesKyanites)

Forced Fusions: Cluster Gems (The Cluster)

Comic Gems: Ant Gem MonsterClock Tower GemFrozen FragmentGlass GhostInvisible Manta RayMole Gem MonsterMolluskMonster Lizard GemObeliskOld Book GemPlant MonsterPerils of PweepweeRainbow Cloud MonsterRed Bird Gem MonsterRed Eel MonsterScorching ShardSlime Gem MonsterSlug MonsterSnowbeastTentacle MonsterUnknown Giant BirdVine Monsters

Other Major Characters Humans: Greg UniverseSadie Miller
Recurring Characters Humans: Andy DeMayoBarbara MillerBill DeweyBuck DeweyBuddy BuddwickDante and Martha BarrigaDoug MaheswaranPriyanka MaheswaranHarold SmileyJamieJaneJenny PizzaKevinKiki PizzaKofi PizzaMartyMr. FrymanMystery GirlNanefua PizzaOnionPeedee FrymanQuentin FrowneyRonaldo FrymanShepSour CreamSuitcase SamVidaliaYellowtailZoomans (F-3Jay-TenU-12Wy-Six)

Others: Baby MelonBlue CrabsCactus StevenHolo-PearlMagic MossSteven Jr.Watermelon Stevens

Minor Characters Humans: The Best Diner in the World's WaitressEmpire City Wildlife Rehabilitation Center EmployeeGaryGreg's family (Aunt and Uncle • Aunt DebGrandfatherParentsGreat-aunt Gregargia) • Hospital Employees (Dr. GeroDr. StrombergDr. West) JeffKhajima, Jaime, and BrandishMarty's RoadiesMayoral BodyguardsMike KrolOnion's Friends (Garbanzo • Pinto • Soup • Squash) • Patricia and DanielRickySabinaSteven's BabysitterSunshine JusticeWilliam Buford BuchananWilliam DeweyMinor Human Characters

Animals: Butt LobsterCrystal BasiliskDogGiant BirdMask Island BirdsMask Island FishMask Island WormOnion's MouseOnion's SnakeParty GuyRaccoonSeagullsSnakeSteven The ThirdSusanMinor Animal Characters
Aliens: Beetle AliensBird Blob AliensUngulate AliensWorm AliensFlower-Like AliensMinor Alien Characters

Fictional Characters Cookie CatDogcopterMearlPizza JennyMinor Fictional Characters

Camp Pining Hearts: PaulettePercyPierre
"Garnet's Universe": FoxmanHopperHoppyRingo
Golf Quest Mini: AceAce's Father
Li'l Butler: Li'l ButlerMr. MoneyMrs. MoneyDaughter Money • Dirtbike Money
Lonely Blade: Evil JanitorLonely BladeLonely Blade's Brother
Rose's Room: Cloud ConnieTiny Floating Whale
The Spirit Morph Saga: ArchimicarusLisaPlinkmanWind Lizard

Non-Gem Antagonists Blood PolypCrystal ShrimpDrill ParasitesFableFryboHolo-ConnieShadow ConnieWater Clones
Alter Egos Billy Bank AssetsChunk TruckConcrete HeatDashing Danny DooberHandsome Hank HackleschmidtHowl JonesLoch Ness BloggsterPurple PumaSea WaspShark-O-ManiaTiger Millionaire
Attack the Light Blue LightGreen LightIndigo LightOrange LightRed LightViolet LightWhite LightYellow Light

Groups: Light ArmyBlue Monsters • Green Monsters • Indigo MonstersOrange MonstersRed Monsters

Groups The Cool Kids • Crystal GemsCrystal Temps • The "Famethyst" • The Great Diamond Authority • Homeworld Gems • Off ColorsSadie Killer and the SuspectsSecret Team • Steven and the Stevens • ZoomansSpecies
Gem Types Aquamarines • BismuthsDiamonds • GarnetsJades • Lapis Lazulis • Nephrites • Pearls • PebblesPeridots • Quartzes • Rubies • Sapphires • Topazes • Zircons
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