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{{Episode
 
{{Episode
 
|image = What Are Gems 0006.png
|season = Shorts
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|season = Shorts
 
|episodenumber = 2
 
|episodenumber = 2
|airdate = July 6, 2015
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|airdate = July 6, 2015<br> September 2, 2019 <small>(TV)</small>
 
|writer = [[Hilary Florido]]
|image = File:What are Gems.jpg
 
 
}}"'''What Are Gems?'''" (full title: "'''The Classroom Gems: What Are Gems?'''") is a short released on the [[Cartoon Network]] website and YouTube channel. The short has [[Pearl]] educating the viewer and [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]] about [[Gems]].
|writer = [[Hilary Florido]]
 
|storyboard = [[Hilary Florido]]
 
}}
 
'''"What Are Gems?"''' (full title: '''"The Classroom Gems: What Are Gems?"''') is a short released on [[Cartoon Network|Cartoon Network's]] site. The short has [[Pearl]] teaching the viewer and [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]] about [[Gems]].
 
 
The video can be watched [http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/video/steven-universe/what-are-gems-short-episode.html here].
 
   
 
== Synopsis ==
 
== Synopsis ==
Steven learns about Gems from Pearl.<ref>http://tvschedule.zap2it.com/tv/steven-universe/EP016164320194?aid=tvschedule</ref>
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Steven learns about Gems from Pearl.<ref>[http://tvschedule.zap2it.com/tv/steven-universe/EP016164320194 ''What Are Gems?''] – Zap2It</ref>
   
 
== Plot ==
 
== Plot ==
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The short takes place in a classroom with the characters portrayed as [[Wikipedia:Chibi (term)|chibi]]-esque versions of themselves. Pearl is the first teacher to be introduced who talks about the nature of Gems. Pearl begins by introducing the basic form: their [[gemstone]]. She says that the bodies they possess are a result of projections generated by their gemstones. The projected bodies are a heavy mass of light that allows their forms to be solid physically. [[Garnet]] and [[Amethyst]] join in as figures on the chalkboard, introducing themselves with an act of wit regarding mass, which Pearl attempts people to disregard and seek the ongoing lesson.
The short is set in a classroom-like setting, featuring [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]] as a student and [[Pearl]] (along with [[Garnet]] and [[Amethyst]]) as the teacher. She teaches Steven what [[Gems]] are.
 
   
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Pearl mentions that while the generated mass is extraordinarily resilient to harm, a Gem may have to dissipate the form and focus on their recovery, leaving themselves as a Gemstone. Garnet demonstrates this by poofing Amethyst. Pearl points out that while the Gem is recovering with their form as a gemstone, they are vulnerable to either enclosed incarceration in their gemstone forever (such as being [[Bubbling|bubbled]]) or being defenseless to future harm, which can result in a Gem's projected form from being unstable. Garnet demonstrates the bubbling incarceration, and Amethyst demonstrates the effects of having a cracked gemstone. Pearl says if an event happens to shatter the gemstone, they will cease to exist as themselves.
Pearl teaches that the Gem's simplest form is just their gemstone, and they use light to project a human figure, "like a hologram, but with mass." She then explains that when Gems are exposed to very strong injury, they will retreat back into their gemstones to regenerate a new form. It is revealed though that if a Gem gets cracked they cannot retreat into the gem to be fixed (rather, they'd have to be healed like in "[[An Indirect Kiss]]"). It is also revealed that if the gemstone is shattered, the Gem ultimately ceases to exist.
 
   
While Garnet chases Amethyst around, Steven asks a question about what happens if a Gem is half-human. Pearl replies with, "The answer is ''you''!" She then tells Steven to write an essay about himself and what its like behind him, to which he asks what an essay is. Pearl then quickly announces that class is dismissed, and the short ends.
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Amethyst boasts her toughness, but Garnet wants to prove her wrong and begins to chase Amethyst across the classroom. Pearl concludes the lesson at this point. Steven asks what if a Gem is half-human. Pearl responds with the answer: Steven; it makes Steven happy, and Pearl requests Steven to make an essay on himself. Steven asks what an essay is, which makes Pearl end the presentation.
   
 
== Characters ==
 
== Characters ==
 
* [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]]
 
* [[Pearl]]
 
* [[Pearl]]
 
* [[Garnet]]
 
* [[Garnet]]
 
* [[Amethyst]]
 
* [[Amethyst]]
* [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven]]
 
 
* [[Ruby]] (gemstone)
 
* [[Ruby]] (gemstone)
 
* [[Sapphire]] (gemstone)
 
* [[Sapphire]] (gemstone)
   
 
== Trivia ==
 
== Trivia ==
* A ''Steven Universe'' bumper that Cartoon Network regularly airs features the scene where Garnet chases Amethyst. This bumper has been shown on the network for several weeks prior to the actual short's release, confusing fans.
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* A ''Steven Universe'' bumper that Cartoon Network regularly airs features the scene where Garnet chases Amethyst. This bumper has been shown on the network for several weeks before the actual short's release, confusing fans.{{Citation needed}}
* Every character in this short is portrayed as a small, "chibi-esque" version of themselves.
 
** This is the first time any Steven Universe character has, officially, been portrayed as a "chibi-like" version of themselves.
 
** The second being "[[How Are Gems Made?|How are Gems Made?]]"
 
* At the beginning of Pearl's lesson, Ruby and Sapphire's gems are shown (before combining to form Garnet).
 
   
 
=== Cultural References ===
 
=== Cultural References ===
* The short is an homage to the Gunbuster OVA Omake "Science Lessons".<ref>https://twitter.com/mcburnett/status/618861751858278400</ref>
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* The short is an homage to the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gunbuster Gunbuster] OVA Omake "[http://gunbuster.wikia.com/wiki/Gunbuster_Science_Lessons Gunbuster Science Lessons]".<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20160412211817/https://twitter.com/mcburnett/status/618861751858278400 "You know how that old saying goes: "If you're going to steal, steal from Gunbuster."] –
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McBurnett on Twitter</ref>
   
 
{{Transcript}}
 
{{Transcript}}
 
{{Gallery}}
 
{{Gallery}}
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== External links ==
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* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOEScwq3slY The Classroom Gems: What Are Gems?] provided by Cartoon Network on YouTube
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* [https://itunes.apple.com/tv-season/steven-universe-minisodes-vol-1/id1131752947 Steven Universe, Minisodes Vol. 1] on Itunes
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{{Reflist}}
 
{{Reflist}}
 
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[[pl:Czym Są Klejnoty?]]
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[[Category:Shorts]]
 
[[Category:Shorts]]
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[[Category:Classroom Gem Shorts]]

Revision as of 15:58, 25 September 2019

"What Are Gems?" (full title: "The Classroom Gems: What Are Gems?") is a short released on the Cartoon Network website and YouTube channel. The short has Pearl educating the viewer and Steven about Gems.

Synopsis

Steven learns about Gems from Pearl.[1]

Plot

The short takes place in a classroom with the characters portrayed as chibi-esque versions of themselves. Pearl is the first teacher to be introduced who talks about the nature of Gems. Pearl begins by introducing the basic form: their gemstone. She says that the bodies they possess are a result of projections generated by their gemstones. The projected bodies are a heavy mass of light that allows their forms to be solid physically. Garnet and Amethyst join in as figures on the chalkboard, introducing themselves with an act of wit regarding mass, which Pearl attempts people to disregard and seek the ongoing lesson.

Pearl mentions that while the generated mass is extraordinarily resilient to harm, a Gem may have to dissipate the form and focus on their recovery, leaving themselves as a Gemstone. Garnet demonstrates this by poofing Amethyst. Pearl points out that while the Gem is recovering with their form as a gemstone, they are vulnerable to either enclosed incarceration in their gemstone forever (such as being bubbled) or being defenseless to future harm, which can result in a Gem's projected form from being unstable. Garnet demonstrates the bubbling incarceration, and Amethyst demonstrates the effects of having a cracked gemstone. Pearl says if an event happens to shatter the gemstone, they will cease to exist as themselves.

Amethyst boasts her toughness, but Garnet wants to prove her wrong and begins to chase Amethyst across the classroom. Pearl concludes the lesson at this point. Steven asks what if a Gem is half-human. Pearl responds with the answer: Steven; it makes Steven happy, and Pearl requests Steven to make an essay on himself. Steven asks what an essay is, which makes Pearl end the presentation.

Characters

Trivia

  • A Steven Universe bumper that Cartoon Network regularly airs features the scene where Garnet chases Amethyst. This bumper has been shown on the network for several weeks before the actual short's release, confusing fans.[citation needed]

Cultural References

Transcript

View the episode's transcript here.

Gallery

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External links

References

ve Episode List
Pilot Pilot
Season 1 A: Gem GlowLaser Light CannonCheeseburger BackpackTogether BreakfastFryboCat FingersBubble BuddiesSerious StevenTiger MillionaireSteven's LionArcade ManiaGiant WomanSo Many BirthdaysLars and the Cool KidsOnion TradeSteven the Sword FighterLion 2: The MovieBeach PartyRose's RoomCoach StevenJoking VictimSteven and the StevensMonster BuddiesAn Indirect KissMirror Gem/Ocean Gem

B: House GuestSpace RaceSecret TeamIsland AdventureKeep Beach City WeirdFusion CuisineGarnet's UniverseWatermelon StevenLion 3: Straight to VideoWarp TourAlone TogetherThe TestFuture VisionOn the RunHorror ClubWinter ForecastMaximum CapacityMarble MadnessRose's ScabbardOpen BookShirt ClubStory for StevenThe MessagePolitical PowerThe Return/Jail Break

Season 2 Full DisclosureJoy RideSay UncleLove LettersReformedSworn to the SwordRising Tides, Crashing SkiesKeeping It TogetherWe Need to TalkChille TidCry for HelpKeystone MotelOnion FriendHistorical FrictionFriend ShipNightmare HospitalSadie's SongCatch and ReleaseWhen It RainsBack to the BarnToo FarThe AnswerSteven's BirthdayIt Could've Been Great/Message ReceivedLog Date 7 15 2
Season 3 Super Watermelon Island/Gem DrillSame Old WorldBarn MatesHit the DiamondSteven FloatsDrop Beat DadMr. GregToo Short to RideThe New LarsBeach City DriftRestaurant WarsKiki's Pizza Delivery ServiceMonster ReunionAlone at SeaGreg the BabysitterGem HuntCrack the WhipSteven vs. AmethystBismuthBetaEarthlingsBack to the MoonBubbled
Season 4 Kindergarten KidKnow Your FusionBuddy's BookMindful EducationFuture Boy ZoltronLast One Out of Beach CityOnion GangGem HarvestThree Gems and a BabySteven's DreamAdventures in Light DistortionGem HeistThe ZooThat Will Be AllThe New Crystal GemsStorm in the RoomRocknaldoTiger PhilanthropistRoom for RubyLion 4: Alternate EndingDoug OutThe Good LarsAre You My Dad?I Am My Mom
Season 5 Stuck TogetherThe TrialOff ColorsLars' HeadDewey WinsGemcationRaising the BarnBack to the KindergartenSadie KillerKevin PartyLars of the StarsJungle MoonYour Mother and MineThe Big ShowPool HoppingLetters to LarsCan't Go BackA Single Pale RoseNow We're Only Falling ApartWhat's Your Problem?The QuestionMade of HonorReunitedLegs From Here to HomeworldFamiliarTogether AloneEscapismChange Your Mind
Film Steven Universe: The Movie
Steven Universe Future Little HomeschoolGuidanceRose BudsVolleyballBluebirdA Very Special EpisodeSnow DayWhy So Blue?Little GraduationPrickly PairIn DreamsBismuth CasualTogether ForeverGrowing PainsMr. UniverseFragmentsHomeworld BoundEverything's FineI Am My MonsterThe Future
Shorts Lion Loves to Fit in a BoxThe Classroom Gems: What Are Gems?We Are the Crystal GemsThe Classroom Gems: How Are Gems Made?UnboxingThe Classroom Gems: FusionCooking with LionGem KaraokeSteven ReactsVideo ChatSteven's Song Time