Ep 2. Guidance
- TVPG
- December 7, 2019
- 10 min
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Steven Universe Future season 1 episode 2 is called "Guidance." In this episode, Steven is struggling with his role as the leader of the Crystal Gems. He has always looked up to his mother, Rose Quartz, as the person who held everything together. But now that Rose is gone, Steven is left to navigate the group’s dynamic on his own.
Steven’s problems with leadership come to a head when the Gems decide to take him to a moon base to help him train his combat skills. This mission is supposed to be a way for Steven to prove himself as a worthy leader, but it quickly becomes clear that he is not up to the task. He freezes up during training exercises and shows a lack of confidence that worries the other Gems.
As Steven grapples with his insecurities, he turns to a new character for guidance. This character is a counselor who shows Steven a different way to approach his role as leader. Instead of trying to be the next Rose Quartz, Steven is told to embrace his own unique strengths and instincts. He learns that being a good leader doesn’t necessarily mean being the strongest fighter or the most intelligent person in the room. It means being empathetic, supportive, and able to make tough decisions when needed.
With the counselor’s help, Steven starts to find his footing as a leader. He becomes less focused on impressing the others with his fighting skills and more focused on building relationships with them. He learns to communicate his feelings more openly and to listen to the concerns of others. As a result, the Gems begin to see him in a new light. They start to respect his leadership abilities and to trust him as a friend.
The episode ends with Steven back on Earth, more confident in his role as leader. He has a new perspective on what it means to be a Crystal Gem and is ready to face new challenges with his head held high. Through his struggles, he learns that true leadership comes not from being the best fighter or the smartest strategist, but from having the courage to be yourself and to follow your own path.
