Are All of the Gems Girls?

Okay, let’s talk about this topic that’s been popping up a lot lately: "Are all of the gems girls?" If you're familiar with the animated series Steven Universe, you're probably already thinking, “What is going on here?” because, let’s face it, this question seems to come up all the time when discussing the characters.

It’s not a simple yes or no answer, but let’s dive into it and unpack it together. And I promise, I won’t get all “deep cut” on you unless you want me to!

First Things First: Who Are the Gems?

If you’ve never seen Steven Universe, I’ll catch you up quickly. The Gems are a group of magical, sentient beings made entirely of gemstones. They come from a planet called Homeworld, and each one of them has a specific power tied to their gemstone. They can shapeshift, form weapons, and do all sorts of cool stuff. Some of the main Gems we follow in the show are characters like Garnet, Amethyst, Pearl, and Ruby, all of whom have their own unique personalities and abilities.

You’ve probably already guessed that they’re named after gems, right? So, naturally, you’d assume that since gems themselves are often associated with femininity in many cultures, the Gems in the show might all be women or female-presenting. But... it’s not that straightforward.

The Gems Aren’t Really “Girls” (or “Boys”)

One of the coolest things about the Gems is that they defy traditional gender categories. They aren’t born the way humans are, and they don’t fit neatly into the “girl” or “boy” boxes. When we talk about whether the Gems are girls, the real answer is that the Gems are not necessarily tied to human gender at all.

Let’s break it down a bit:

1. Garnet – The Feminine Icon? Or Something Else?

Garnet is often seen as the show’s mother figure. She’s calm, collected, and she exudes a certain kind of strength that is very traditionally “feminine” in how we usually think about it. But here’s the thing: Garnet is actually a fusion of two different Gems, Ruby and Sapphire. So even though she might appear female and is voiced by a woman (Estelle, who does an amazing job, by the way), she’s really an embodiment of two separate beings with their own identities.

To complicate things even further, Garnet’s fusion is a metaphor for relationships and self-acceptance. She’s not just a “girl”—she’s a symbol of love, teamwork, and the complexities of identity.

2. Amethyst – Rebel With a Cause

Amethyst, with her laid-back attitude and rebellious streak, might appear as a carefree “girl” character, but again, we’re dealing with a gem who doesn’t neatly fit into a human gender box. She’s portrayed as young and a little bit wild, but she’s also super strong and unapologetically herself. Amethyst’s personality is part of what makes her so lovable—she’s not bound by the same gender norms that we often apply to humans.

3. Pearl – The “Lady” of the Group?

Pearl is another character that might get lumped into the “girl” category. She’s elegant, refined, and a little obsessive at times. She’s definitely more traditionally feminine in appearance and behavior, but like the others, she’s a Gem with her own backstory and identity. Pearl has her own complex relationship with gender and identity that makes her a unique character to explore in the show.

4. Steven – The Odd One Out (Sort of)

Okay, so Steven, the main character, is half-human and half-Gem. He has his own set of issues around identity, especially because he’s growing up as a boy in a world dominated by female-presenting Gems. While Steven’s not a Gem himself in the traditional sense (he’s a hybrid), his struggles with his identity and role in the Gem world are a huge part of the show. He offers an interesting counterpoint to the "all-girls" assumption.

Why Does It Matter?

So, why does this question even come up, right? Well, the way Steven Universe portrays the Gems and their lack of strict gender roles has made it an important piece of media when it comes to representation. The show challenges how we think about gender, relationships, and identity. The Gems may present as female or male at times, but at their core, they exist as beings who are complex, multi-faceted, and not confined by human concepts of gender.

By the way, Steven Universe isn’t the only show doing this, but it definitely stands out for how it integrates these ideas into the narrative, showing that identity can be fluid, diverse, and ever-evolving.

In the End, It’s All About Breaking Stereotypes

Are all of the Gems girls? In the human sense of the word, no. But that’s what makes the Gems in Steven Universe so fascinating. They don’t conform to the human binary; they don’t need to identify as one thing or another. Instead, they serve as powerful examples of how fluid and diverse gender and identity can be. And honestly, that’s something we could all learn from.

What do you think? Do you think it’s important that Steven Universe explores these ideas in such a creative way? Or maybe you have other shows or characters you think do this better? Let me know—I'd love to hear your thoughts on this!

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