Steven Universe Season 1 Episode 31 Keep Beach City Weird!
- TVPG
- October 30, 2014
- 11 min
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6.4 (1,290)
In Steven Universe season 1 episode 31, entitled "Keep Beach City Weird!", Steven is determined to help his best friend, Ronaldo, after he becomes convinced that something strange is happening in Beach City. Ronaldo, who runs a blog called "Keep Beach City Weird," has noticed odd occurrences around town, such as sudden power outages and unexplained buildings appearing overnight. He believes that something supernatural is at play and becomes fixated on proving it to the rest of the town.
Steven decides to help Ronaldo uncover the truth, believing that it will bring them closer together as friends. They begin investigating the strange occurrences, culminating in a late-night stakeout at the Fish Stew Pizza restaurant. However, their efforts only seem to make things worse, as they inadvertently cause a power outage which leads to chaos in the restaurant.
As the episode progresses, it becomes clear that Ronaldo's obsession with uncovering the supernatural is rooted in a desire to feel important and needed within his community. Steven realizes that he needs to help Ronaldo feel valued without encouraging his unhealthy fixation on the paranormal.
The episode's themes of friendship and the desire to belong are explored through Ronaldo's character arc. It also highlights the importance of using critical thinking and evidence-based reasoning when investigating unusual phenomena, rather than succumbing to superstition and conspiracy theories.
Overall, "Keep Beach City Weird!" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the bond between Steven and his friends while also tackling important topics such as mental health and critical thinking.