10 Best Fusions In Steven Universe

Steven Universe's appeal has stretched far beyond its intended younger audience. Finding a place amongst people of all ages, the Rebecca Sugar creation is a shining testament to intelligent writing in children's shows.

One of the shows most popular element is the humanoid alien race, Gems. Though they don't technically have a physical form (what you see is a projection), their appearances closely resemble humans, but with super strength and abilities that allow them to perform super human acts.

Sometimes, the strength of a single Gem isn't enough and they need more power. That's where Fusion comes in. When two or more Gems are emotionally in sync, they can combine to create a more powerful Gem. The qualities of all the Gems blend into a harmonious new entity. However, if the synchronization falters, whether through too much damage or overwhelming emotion, the Gems are returned to their pre-Fused selves.

This has given the creators of the show a chance to really show off some beautiful and creative designs, as well as build in story plot lines that tend to delve deeper than most shows aimed at children.

From giant women to towering behemoths of immense strength, some of these Fusions are truly gorgeous!

Spoilers for those who haven't seen the entire series.

This graceful, archery master made her first appearance during the second episode of the first season, aptly named, "Giant Woman." She was Steven's, and our, introduction to Fusions and she didn't disappoint.

The Fusion between perfectionist Pearl and rambunctious Amethyst, Opal's personality is one of quiet calm. She is, as the episode name suggests, a Giant Woman. Moving on the tips of her toes, like a ballerina, she has four arms and long, white hair tied back into a ponytail. Her weapon of choice is a bow made from the combination of Pearl's spear and Amethyst's whip. The arrows she shoots are made of light, which she can easily control the shape, size, and number of in an instant.

Like all fusions, qualities of both Gems are present: Pearl's nose and long limbs with Amethyst's lips and purplish skin hue. And you can see Amethyst and Pearl's gems positioned in the same locations on Opal.

She is voiced by singer and musician, Aimee Mann, whose music was a major inspiration for the show's creator, Rebecca Sugar.

Opal makes four appearances in the Steven Universe original series, though only speaks in "Giant Woman." She appears once in Steven Universe Future, shapeshifting into the form of Steven during a game of Steven Tag, even using her bow to shoot Garnet at him.

In Steven Universe: The Movie, Opal sings the duet "Independent Together" along with Steg (the fusion of Steven and his dad, Greg). The voice of Steg, Ted Leo, is part of the musical duo "The Both," whose other member is Opal's voice actress, Aimee Mann.

You definitely don't want to find yourself on the wrong side of this Gem's bow.