Steven Universe - Season - 1

While they protect Earth from "corrupted" gem monsters, they also act as Steven's guardians. Garnet is the stoic leader, Pearl is the meticulous strategist, and Amethyst is the fun-loving, mischievous "older sister". From Slice-of-Life to Space Epic

She unfused. Ruby and Sapphire kissed, and then they refused —not into Garnet, but into something new. A massive, fiery, unstoppable warrior. "I am even stronger than you," she sang as she punched Jasper through three walls. Steven Universe - Season 1

The genius of Season 1 lies in its structure. For the first dozen episodes, the show operates comfortably within a sitcom dynamic. We are introduced to the Crystal Gems: Garnet (the stoic leader), Amethyst (the wild child), and Pearl (the fastidious mother figure). Alongside Steven, they protect the beach city of Temple from corrupted Gems. While they protect Earth from "corrupted" gem monsters,

Season 1 is defined by the gradual unfolding of the Gems' personalities and their relationships with Steven: Steven Universe (TV Series 2013–2019) - Plot - IMDb Ruby and Sapphire kissed, and then they refused

Steven discovers Lapis Lazuli trapped in a mirror and realizes other Gems (like Peridot) are coming for Earth. The Finale "The Return," "Jail Break"