White Diamond Singing "After All"

[@zipperooni]

*casually shatters gems and uses them as confetti*

[@mikailre5959]

Am I mean for laughing at this? xD

[@MusicLover-mt4cx]

I love this comment XD

[@zullly]

Imagine what she does at parties 🎉

[@pablopablopabla23]

Kawiwii Doggo dear lord

[@stellarkirbo]

Vilde Røe yea, the gem is suffering now But I'm laughing to Let's be ashamed later

[@nearthe2nd]

This aged so well.

[@angel-nv7jk]

Aged like wine

[@NiennaFan1]

The only SU content that did

[@evann7735]

It’s aged so perfectly

[@rosiearts7631]

Yes aged like fine wine

[@chasethemaster3440]

Facts

[@fluffy7387]

'Ah but, then again, how would *you* know?' Can I just say I LOVE THE DOUBLE MEANING IN THIS PHRASE. On one hand, if W.D. was in the Trial she would think Steven was Rose, so by saying this she's pointing out the fact that a gem she probably finds heartless for killing her creation would never feel the motherly bond she felt with Pink Diamond, but from *Steven's* point of view it's showing how he never knew that mother-child bond because Rose sacrificed herself for him. Like, ugh, this song isn't even meant for SU but it's amazing in context

[@lemonmeltaway]

Fluffy it’s even more ironic, if you’ve seen the new episode (spoilers ahead I don’t want to ruin anything so stop reading now if you haven’t see A Single Pale Rose) because Rose Quartz is Pink Diamond, so they are talking about the same person.

[@CV-Moore]

It's a shame White Diamond never got her own song in Steven Universe.

[@universereverbz]

Come live with us in the palace-

[@CV-Moore]

@@universereverbz That was a trio...

[@universereverbz]

@@CV-Moore Oh you meant her own solo song. Yeah that's sad.

[@respectyourself1786]

Yellow (most of time) and Blue got their own solo ;-;

[@swiftydream3851]

@@respectyourself1786 yea

[@lpsfran188]

God I'm watching this after her reveal. We were kinda off with her design. She was so much creepier than we thought. Cool but unsettling. Especially her pearl.

[@yumimaramouto]

Christine Ebersole actually did the voice for White's Pearl as well, did you know?

[@sugaamilk8857]

Tbf I’m sorta confused with the whole Pearl situation. Cuz like it’s semi-confirmed that white pearl was actually pink pearl. And Pearl was whites original Pearl...so like..does white pearl still count as pink diamonds Pearl?

[@woahitsyouagain8574]

Connor if I give somebody something it is theirs to keep so formal pink pearl is white’s pearl now

[@yamjay5613]

New drinking game: take a shot everytime @@sugaamilk8857 writes the words "pearl" "like" or a color

[@angel_x5355]

We got the hair and the fact that she would have a cape

[@paolav2887]

When you see other artists being able to draw hands, legs, and the rest of the body... *cries in the art block abyss*

[@Omnific]

Hang in there, I also get Art blocks... It sucks.. ;-;'

[@theodoreb1977]

It's okay, I drew lapis with muscly but thin arms, and chubby legs

[@yayaayya7726]

My conspiracy theory is that hands and body parts are a big recurring aesthetic in SU as a flex that Rebecca can actually draw hands lol

[@May-ob8oq]

Yeah I can the Head and hair und the Rest of the body but foot and Hands? I'm out

[@thatrat8414]

I can only draw heads and faces ;-;

[@Fish-kj5vl]

That one scene is just mind blowing. And I can't get it out of my head. The sheer power of white diamond grabbing a handful of gems and crushing them and just throwing the shards in the air like confetti. Its a terrifying reminder just hke powerful she is and its an amazing effect added to this

[@cocoloco6060]

Stars in my opinion

[@user-yc8jr8qh9l]

MY FUCKING GOD THATS SCARY-

[@Omnific]

BOI! BOI! THE WIKI SAYS THAT CHRISTINE EBERSOLE WILL BE THE VOICE OF WHITE DIAMOND!!! ITS HAPPENING YOU GUYS!!!

[@eiraRinmaya]

also....dude you predicted the future. judging by the leaks of white being alone with steven, you may as well have storyboarded the next episode. holy shit also great work on this animatic btw. so much emotion~

[@Husky478]

Omnific, HYPE INTENSIFIES!!!!

[@DenderFriend]

Hey, have you seen the new episode boi?

[@Dante45p]

you got the fact that she moves wrong

[@Spartan-vn5xp]

It's also in the credits. So this is legit confirmed

[@Lcs515]

Well you got the size right 😂

[@MaddieThePonyDrawingPerson]

Wade Wilson lol yup!

[@cocoloco6060]

Ikr!

[@silysister4815]

And the cape and shoulder pads xD

[@connorschultz380]

Well, she actually got tha post redemption sorta right

[@Darkalfondso]

You know, It's pretty impressive how close this one was to white's Actual Design. The only differences being the Dress and diamond shape, and how freaking RADIANT she is (as well as how she sounds like she doesn't give a crap about pink. but i'm talking looks) Beautiful Job!!

[@Omnific]

Thank you, I honestly based this design from how pearl looked and the White Diamonds Mural in the episodes :)

[@nic5987]

And the eyelash’s in the episode were more uh full

[@tannerlawley8435]

Tracks Darren What do you mean she doesn’t care about pink? The animatic explicitly states that she loves pink

[@ellxsandranoratora]

@@tannerlawley8435 real white that doesent care

[@tannerlawley8435]

Ellxsandra Nora Tora Real white cares as well

[@aureliagrey8072]

This is how I wish they decided to portray white diamond. Steven Universe has always done a great job flushing out the motivations of its characters so that even if we don't agree with them, we understand them. I feel like White Diamond didn't get that treatment due to time constraints and I find that to be a shame.

[@jamestolbert1856]

Hear hear

[@jamestolbert1856]

She’s like the evil, perfectionistic empress but also the loving yet abusive mother

[@ani-ma-tion5326]

@@jamestolbert1856my absolute favorite Diamond, she’s so mysterious

[@rebeccalynne6217]

2:25 I don't know if I should find this visual beautiful or horrifying. Horrifyingly beautiful, maybe?

[@theodoreb1977]

Beautifully horrifying

[@nightrofrost6929]

Beautifying? Horriful? Lol

[@fandomartists2044]

You should find it horrifying unless you like shattering gems

[@burgerkingfootlettuce8843]

Visually beautiful

[@B00B33Z]

Horrifying.

[@donotevenask7344]

The closest fanart to the real White Diamond I've seen. Great job.

[@Omnific]

Thank you ^-^

[@donotevenask7344]

Omnific I'm just stating a fact (Peridot reference ay)

[@raquelash616]

I love how people are comming back to this after the new episode.

[@forwards-beckonrebound]

ikr? I'm screeching

[@Jakeneutron]

Absolutely Dazzling!!

[@leggyruby3226]

Jakeneutron oh mah gah I subscrib

[@ellmillions]

Jakeneutron eyyy its jake

[@Omnific]

Thank You! I checked your channel, you make amazing animations! Flash?

[@penillow6664]

Hey that guy looks familiar...O_O WAIT, I FOLLOW YOU ON INSTAGRAM!!

[@sorrynooneisherenowplzwait2067]

Jeez ur everywhere

[@phykoha]

“There’s a bond that exists between mother and child- ah but then again, how would you know?” Hsjdjjdjkskskkdk that’s so rude oh my god

[@MJYoutubers]

ikr, just imagine being roasted about having a dead mother

[@m00uni]

Through this I feel it’s almost it’s like white diamond was like a mother to pink diamond and thinks Steven doesn’t understand how terrible it is to have a child and lose them rather then having them and immediately dying, and she takes it out on Steven. But she also thinks Steven is rose so she’s mad that she killed her child or also mad she abandoned her own young.

[@toddore9189]

Well... it’s not confirmed but it is commonly discussed amongst the fans that White Diamond is the mother of all gems

[@pensivex4250]

Toodeloo friend from school She’d be the Grandmother, as she birthed the Diamonds and the Diamonds birthed the Gems in their court

[@m00uni]

the foxflame ayyy

[@crazy13alex]

Ye Hang Yeo A child, actually. Which makes this even sadder.

[@plazy._.8094]

But like the diamonds see Steven as Rose not himself so she would most likely be referring to Rose. But I also like the idea of White being able to comprehend the ideas of Earth (not practice them just know about them) unlike Blue and Yellow. So that way her saying the bond of a mother and child is like a jab at Steven. Because that would be savage af.

[@zenonempire3562]

COming back to this after all these years, this animatic is still one of my favorite animatics to come out of the Steven Universe fandom pre-White Diamond.

[@Omnific]

Thank you for such kind words :')

[@SolArtsDibujos]

Sameeeee!

[@HAZARDLEVELMAX]

_i wish this was fully animated and colored it's so good_

[@Omnific]

DreamzScape Comments like yours are why I'm considering on making a fully animated one 😅

[@thepinkprayingmantis6541]

Omnific PLEASE DO

[@frozenhotdogs]

Omnific DO ITTTT

[@cornercosplay2099]

Omnific yes please do ^^

[@Omnific]

Rosia 😂 Love it 😂

[@sarahaltaher7857]

Is anyone worried about the fact that white diamond just picked up a bunch of Gems and shattered them in her hand like it was nothing just to throw them in a the air to add some razzle dazzle ? This is great istg that made me very sh00k. I love the way a lot of her character (well assuming it’s her character) is put into this. Bravo!

[@misc.9927]

I really like the thought that some of the gems closest to White actually call her 'Mother'. I like the idea that White Diamond is the Mother of Homeworld.

[@Omnific]

Well, the fact that they haven't even mentioned her name in the show means she is top boss or the climax of the show... Really hype to actually see her

[@misc.9927]

Yeah, I think the whole fandom is. Amazing animatic by the way, this would be epic if you turned it into an animation. You are really talented.

[@AssassinCupcake13]

And I would like for the other gems to call her just 'Diamond' not 'White Diamond' just Diamond (because when you go to a jewelry shop and want a diamond? You don't say I want a "white" diamond nah you just say I want a diamond. )So think about it. If the gems ever mention her by 'Mother' or/and 'Diamond' it would sound like she's like super superior like a god like gem. Right?

[@monochromedream-eatingbaku]

Yeah, it looks like it. Though theoretically, if we wanted to do a full parallel to the Crystal Gems and be extra professional, then Pink Diamond would be the leader. Pink and white diamonds are the only pure diamonds. Pink diamonds get their colour by being pressed by bigger pressure and more heat than white diamonds. So technically we could say that pink diamonds are even purer than white diamonds. Plus the leader of Crystal Gems was Rose. The parallel to her would be PD. Pearl is a parallel to BD, Garnet would probs be the parallel to WD and Amethyst and Greg are parallels to YD. If it has any big significance, WD will probably be the new leader after Pink's death. Pink could also be the oldest diamond, considering how pink diamonds are created. Either she was the first diamond to emerge OR she emerged last, but would be counted as the oldest since she had to be in the ground for the longest time out of them.

[@misc.9927]

that is an amazing idea. Honestly? that seems plausible, but i doubt that the show would do that. I love that idea though.

[@theonejackal89]

I honestly would have preferred if White Diamond was like this. Yes, the robotic one is pretty interesting, but it feels like a Macguffin type of character. Replace it with anyone else who abused pink, and nothing much would've changed. Too be honest, if this was White Diamonds character, she could've been a great build up.

[@theshockinglyeloquentdog9945]

Steven Universe is full of wasted potential honestly

[@theonejackal89]

@@theshockinglyeloquentdog9945 I know, right?!

[@dumbledoratheexplorer1252]

Maybe if we would've gotten more episodes of/with her we could've seen this crack. Her showing this amount and understanding of emotion would've killed Sugar's intention & Steven could've connected easier. (Tho this doesn't mean I don't want the canon version to have this)

[@honorboundfate9521]

She just shattered those gems to prove a point in a verse of her song

[@annahopper6411]

I'm sure White Diamond is ancient. The hundreds of years it would take to form new ones are nothing to her, and the gems themselves are even less important. After all (get it?) if her own "daughter" is had enough to be shattered, isn't anyone?

[@honorboundfate9521]

Yes I know that's kind of what I meant, but what I was referencing is how muck it makes that part of that song more powerful and worrying, the psychology behind it is incredible.

[@rodropoop923]

She probably so powerful she can even bring those gems to life

[@leogachastudio9008]

HonorBound Fate I think she shattered those gems cuz Those gems were attacking Steven lol

[@honorboundfate9521]

@@leogachastudio9008wuh

[@seassweep]

The last line hurt me You could say it *shattered* my heart *wheeze*

[@Omnific]

Well, I think it's been confirmed that Christine Ebersole is the voice of White Diamond... so ignore the beginning :I

[@theisthespade3713]

Omnific poor gems listening to white diamond's song when they were supposed to be doing. there jobs

[@rosequartz1788]

Omnific Rebecca must see this!!!

[@Omnific]

I'd "die" if she acknowledge the animatic, I don't know if it lives up to her standards tho. >u

[@pinkuniverseforstevenunive9092]

Omnific oh oh can u re color it

[@logan4557]

For some reason I get rwby vibes, also great job

[@Alejandroso31]

That was a magical age, when we were 80% sure Christine Ebersole was gona voice White Diamond, but we still didn't know how White Diamond looked

[@dhepple5057]

In a single animation I felt more emotion than in the entirity of su. White diamond considers it her fault that pink diamond was shattered, and was so upset that she couldnt take it, and while singing it to steven, steven realises hes the reverse, Rose considers steven her gift, which is worth dying fot

[@Omnific]

Damn... more emotion than the entirety of SU? I'm flattered, thank you! I hope to improve in the future ^-^

[@dhepple5057]

Omnific i love the ending the most

[@zamorak888]

I know this animation/song was made before the Pink Diamond reveal, but this would actually make sense in the story canon after "Change Your Mind." White learns that Pink is truly gone, not just playing games. She is basically a grieving mother over her lost child, while Steven is now technically her grandson.

[@Omnific]

Well said 👏💙

[@MrT--]

even in her pain. she is still radiant, elegant, and the model of a Mother.

[@lovelylaurenyoutube]

This song always gives me goose bumps omg

[@Omnific]

Yo, anyone else see the new Steven Universe episode? IM SHOOK 😵🏵♦️

[@noxianoutofcontrol2120]

Omnific yup ;^;

[@toratiger1751]

Though technically if it is pink that white is upset about then she is singing to her still as her gem would be in Steven, not that it would actually be pink as she is Steven now, so many questions so little answers and now I’ve confused myself😂😅

[@psychokinese]

Rose was actually PINK DIAMOND

[@KittyCatChaos]

Woo yea. I as someone who doesn't really watch theorizing videos it came as a HUGE surprise

[@marsxist4843]

GOD YEAH

[@gutterguul]

This is definitely the best White Diamond Animatic out there ( and pretty amazing Animatic in general ). I love how you mainly focused on White Diamond's acting and dancing, rather than go through the whole Pink Diamond being shattered part that most other Animatics of this type go through. It's amazing how well you're able to draw White so many times and still make it look like her, since she has a somewhat complex design. Beautiful in looks, works well with the story and song, and avoids the pit holes most Animatics like this bump into, this is definitely one of my favorite Animatics I've seen. Amazing job dude.

[@hadbetterdays8118]

It actually looks close enough to be the real White D almost especially the hair

[@lucayoung_]

I agree!

[@zephyr733]

Did she just shatter 3 gems for the star effect? Thats dark

[@dandy8058]

Zephyr Diamonds, my friend, Diamonds...

[@DH-do5hn]

i saw that party right when i read this comment lol

[@mayaluna9066]

Meh shes White Diamond She could always get more

[@jaygar823]

Shatter? That looked like DUST!

[@drawnwithlove3499]

I kinda wished this was White's arc, as well as the 'powering Homeworld bc it's dying'. The whole 'I have to be perfect' is consistent but is kinda broad and bland, not really groundbreaking for a character like White. It would make more sense if White had to be more perfect bc of Pink, instead of having to be perfect bc she rules Homeworld. It would feel more emotional and makes you connect more with White and understand her more.

[@NicoleAsItsNickay]

I just saw the latest episode and you absolutely NAILED IT! White Diamond IS voiced by Christine and SHE'S HUGE, she has a one on one "talk" with Steven and I remembered your animatic! I'm just so happy, very well done!!

[@Omnific]

Her design is so bright! Glowing in fact! She's so creepy in a elegant way.

[@jasperboxman182]

Alright but I got actual chills when she shattered the gems just to spread their dust like glitter in the air, that was an incredible touch

[@Omnific]

Thank you!

[@FireStarAnimations]

Loving this! Shattering those gems speaks volumes of White's power. Haha You've put a lot of work into this. So much conveyed in her movements and actions.

[@Omnific]

Fire Star Animations Thank you for noticing 😊

[@NeonRoss]

I still come back to this animatic- it's one of my fav from the fandom

[@jackierocha5096]

Although I have seen very detailed animations involving White Diamond singing this song(since we all think Christine Ebersole is her voice actress based on the evidence we’ve got), in which they actually look in tune with the shows style, I have yet to see one with this style. Sure it’s not 100% percent fluid but it’s at least past the 60% mark. The movements really reminded me of something that you WOULD see in an animated show, or any show sequence for that matter. The movements weren’t limited, the perspectives and angles weren’t always the same they were different and it gave more depth to the animation. This is absolutely (the most) beautiful and stunning. And one of the best animations I’ve seen with Wd diamond singing. Please keep it up. It’s incredible

[@Omnific]

Jackie Rocha Thank you for leaving such beautiful criticism! I will definitely use it to improve on the full animation and future animations as well. Thank you!! 😊😁

[@jackierocha5096]

Your Welcome! I personally believe that a person can leave criticism, but in a way to encourage and help out the person they are doing the criticism for. I also read in the comments that your going to be fully animating this and again, I wish you the best of luck, take all the time you need on it, have fun while doing it, and remember not to overwhelm yourself while doing it and other creations.

[@briarbat]

I think your design was the closest out of all the others ve seen

[@animatedmayhem]

This makes the song so much better! Great job!

[@Omnific]

Thank you

[@animatedmayhem]

Omnific no problem

[@fakejimhalpert]

well this song existed even before we knew there was a white diamond, it didn't need the animation to be good... but yeah the drawings are so good tho

[@bigbluecat417]

Animated Mayhem I only liked ur comment because of ur profile pic lol

[@animatedmayhem]

Laineylol lol

[@chevrechamane4459]

*casually kills her people while singing* Nah, more seriously. I really love this! First of all, the choreography is well thought-out and I like the fact you focused on WD crying and singing instead of the usual "Pink being shattered" thing. Also, her design is really great. I especially like the hair : On most designs I've seen, her hair go all super saiyan and shit. Your way of drawing her hair makes it look like her mural without turning her into a hedgehog, and I appreciate that on a spiritual level. The animation of her movements is daaaaamn cool, your anatomy is good and you're consistent with White's design and proportions all throughout the video. I can only applause 👏👏👏

[@Omnific]

Wow! Thank you! Its comments like yours that warm my heart!

[@chevrechamane4459]

You're welcome!

[@ravensteinmsp2610]

That last line though...it really makes you realize how much this song could fit in with the show and White Diamond's character. "There's a bond that exists between mother and child, ah, but then again...how would you know?" Really makes you think about how White Diamond knows more about the bond between a mother and child does more than Steven, who's a real human with a real mother. That line makes you imagine White Diamond's pain and anger towards Steven, about how his own mother *supposedly* killed Pink Diamond, who was like White Diamond's daughter in a way. Ahhh, this whole animatic makes me so hyped for when Steven Universe returns! :)

[@Omnific]

•RavenStein• Msp That is *exactly* what I thought when I was making this Animatic! 👏 Well said.

[@nexus5253]

I’d say it’s impressive how close this design is to white diamond’s official look. Just move the gem, add black to the eyes and lips, point the hair a bit, and add the Star effect to the cape and there you go.

[@clown.enjoyer]

Steven is shookth

[@Omnific]

Made my Day XD

[@noellevoglewede6629]

You think Steven is shooketh? I think that those gems ARE FREAKING DEAD... THIS IS BEAUTIFUL

[@georgiah2669]

THIS NEEDS TO BE THE CANON WHITE DIAMOND

[@yamahoestella3118]

So they say that WD would have been better if she acted like this. I have an idea that I just want to put out there. What if PD was really loved by the others, but they didn't have time for her because of how much work they have? So PD would assume that the other diamonds are so great because of their work. Because she sees Yellow as the Military Leader and thus says that Yellow is the strongest, the one who doesn't get hurt and doesn't cry. Because she sees Blue Diamond as the Democratic Leader she says that Blue is empathetic and everyone can understand her and that she's so emotionally active. Because she sees White Diamond as the Leader of all Leaders, she says that White is perfect, amazing and the best of the best. When PD was shattered, she hadn't realized that the ideals she gave the other diamonds turned into their way of mourning and grieving her death. Remember, it was said that they used to go to Blue's pool and played together. Played together? It doesn't make sense that Yellow and White would do this if they had those ideals before Pink was shattered. My conclusion is that PD had more of an impact than she realized since she thought the other diamonds didn't care much for her. From the movie's flashback of Pink being given her colony while in the Garden, you can see that Blue was the strict one and Yellow was the supportive one. Why did that change? Because they wanted to be what Pink thought of them. But white wasn't in any flashbacks. Because White couldn't be there. She was locked away by PD but I don't think its because Pink hated White. I think Its because White was the one Pink looked up to. Pink was a mistake and White was perfect, of course she'd want to be like White. That's why she never said "Yellow, White and Blue wouldn't care." She only said "Blue and Yellow wouldn't care" meaning White would care. Very much so even that she shut herself from the rest of home world and whenever someone would see her, she'd plaster on a smile and fake perfection. That's just an idea though. Its not canon but I just really want to give white an excuse for being a disappointment compared to the fanon "mom" white diamond.

[@uncomfyfish]

"Hello starlight, you certainly gave everyone a scare"

[@vaati5117]

"They're just all thrilled to see you safe and sound."

[@beastofedelwood1473]

At first I was like: "aww, she's not an evil tyant, she's just hurt" Then 2:25 happened

[@kaylynnschafer6236]

Beast Of Edelwood. 2:35

[@angethedumbone]

Beast Of Edelwood Honestly I think it just proves it even more, that she can and will shatter gems if she wants to, and that her sparing Rose was a motherly move, that she loved her and found it fascinating how Rose loved Earth, even if she was still convinced what Homeworld was doing the right thing? And that she was hurt that Rose chose to sacrifice herself for a half human child, but not for her Homeworld... and then she goes and shatter Pink Diamond and White snaps. Maybe. I'm just speculating.

[@Wandervenn]

Beast Of Edelwood I mean technically this is not a "good person" song. she very clearly points out that this bond is for her daughter to get her into a better situation. so for that means she'll hide all the regret and annoyance of having children and sacrifice everything so when her daughter makes it big, she'll remember loving mommy made it happen and take her along. This song IS about Lady Tremane after all and that woman is selfish as all hell. Her bond is more like a contract than anything. she plays the good mom and her kids do what they can to get rich and powerful husbands so she never ends up in the poor house.

[@angethedumbone]

TempleAmarok Nobody claims she's a good person, but rather a hurt person. I think the song, in this situation (Steven Universe's world) is both hatred and sadness, that she wanted what was best for her "children" (the diamonds), and she wanted to find a compromise that would make her children happy. She loved all the gems and diamonds enough to see over some certain aspects - like Pink having a human zoo. Homeworld isn't particularly "evil", they're uneducated with no other view on life than the life on Homeworld. White Diamond might've started questioning if her hatred for Earth was logical, and that belief literally shattered with Pink being shattered, hence why they have so little tolerance for Earth and hence why the gems are confused when they find Earth isn't as bad as they thought. Imagine that the only thing you know about another Earth/Home is that it caused one of your friends to murder one of your leaders? It must've been confusing and angering. Once again I'm just speculating. ^_^ I know your view is indeed the correct view for the original musical! Please don't get me wrong. :)

[@Wandervenn]

Angelica Yes they are claiming that. the first post is "Awe she's not an evil tyrant" before seeing her shatter gems. I'm saying in context of the song in general without seeing her shatter gems, be it Lady Tremaine or White Diamond she still sings the lyrics "feed your little future" "screaming little stranger" "past regret". The tone is sad and easily mistaken for the pain of a loving mother, but the lyrics are not at all a mother doting on her children. It's a woman hoping the squalling regret she has to raise will get her into a better position because she failed to do so herself before she unfortunately had kids. So as I said, the song itself isnt a sympathetic song of deep insight into a person who is secretly not so bad. it's a song about a greedy person who manipulates others and feels like it's owed to her. if White Diamond were to really sing this and use this animatic, then it would prove she's not only willing to shatter gems at will, conquer planets, destroy other lifeforms with no regard, but knowingly manipulates the other diamonds into doing so for her own benefit and feels she's in the right to do so. She's not bemoaning the loss of her dear daughter, she's upset that someone is getting in the way of her scheme and manipulating them into feeling like they've somehow victimized her. It's almost like Jasper on the boat who was trying to appear sympathetic to Lapis about missing her but was using abusive manipulation to get people on her side. Lapis, feeling bad almost fell into it without Steven stepping in. In this case White Diamond would be the one guilt tripping an already terribly guilted and stressed Steven. I'm not commenting on the show. That's up in the air as far as motivations go and clearly most all gems are unaware of what value the worlds they damage and destroy have. We havent even met White yet. she could be just as ignorant and distraught as the other diamonds... or she could be like Lady Tremaine, upset that someone is messing with her plans again. She could be the person who ultimately puts a stop to everything when she finally talks to Steven... or the Big Bad tyrant. we dont know. But here, I'm talking about the context of this song in this animatic. Having been written for Lady Tremaine, especially the specific version who easily sells her own stepdaughter into slavery to a man who obviously lusts for her and splitting up a loving man and wife when she tries to secretly sell him into slavery... all to keep up the idea that she's wealthy and lives lavishly... well... she's not going to have a sympathetic song written for her. This is the best you can do. Paint her as a woman who sees herself as someone who is struggling and owed a better life because she had to raise kids she had with a bad choice of a man who failed to keep her living high and mighty. Even if you take her character away and replace it with White Diamond, those traits will still carry over in terms of the song and unfortunately Lady Tremaine isnt being terribly subtle to make some of the things she says open to interpretation.

[@picklerick5116]

I listened to this a lot after my second (and last) lost pregnancy. And that last line always killed me but I'm now listening to this with my sweet little baby boy. So happy to have the bond she speaks of.

[@nuclearpowertest]

Beautiful. Captured the emotion very well in what is suppose to be a stoic position character. Would LOVE to see this continued.

[@corvangel3848]

I feel like if Steven Universe kept the art style they used in the pilot episode White would actually look like this.

[@bloopboop8366]

💜Lyrics💜( for anyone who is wondering ) *Verse 1* What would a mother not do for her child What lengths would a mother not go There's a bond that exists between mother and child With no end to how strong it can grow It's a promise for life between mother and child It begins from the moment of birth And your shaken to your soul With an ache you've never known And you look into their eyes And find your looking in your own *Chorus 1* And there's a pain you can't imagine A special kind of torture you can feel A cut that bleeds from somewhere deep inside you A past regret you can't heal And no one guesses all the while your praying That screaming little stranger in your arms Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you after all *Verse 2* What would a mother not do for her child What heights would a mother not climb There's a bond the exists between mother and child And it only goes deeper with time It's a promise for life between mother and child And to break it there is no greater pain And your shaken to your soul With an ache that you can't erase Like the tears you never cried but still keep scrubbing off your face *Chorus 2* And there's a pain you can't imagine The little talk that keeps you wide awake That somehow turns to bold determination That you won't ever make the same mistake And so you've got to feed your little future Assuring that her talent, poise and charm Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you after all *Bridge* Some dreams die upon the vine Some they never have a chance Sweeter than the sweetest wine That mine becomes The Queen of France *Chorus 3* And it's a relief you can't imagine It's filling every sinew, bone and nerve To know that you can get out of this hell hole And finally live the life that you deserve And that you leave the past you knew would haunt you And all of the regret you didn't show Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you Might just grow up and save you after all *Closure* What would a mother not do for her child What lengths would a mother not go There's a bond that exists between mother and child Ah , but then again, How would you know? Hope this helps anyone who is struggling to figure out the lyrics or anything like that! 💜💜💜

[@josiahesquivel1487]

Thanks

[@riannaroberts4769]

I think one of the reasons this animatic works so well, is that it's not really telling us a story. Through White Diamonds motions and emotions we can infer how she feels about what happened. We know Pink Diamond was destroyed, we don't need to see it to confirm that. It's nice to see it go down but I feel like more can be withdrawn from seeing a character react. It's more impactful when we see how a character is affected by something that we know has happened rather than just seeing them be there when it all went down. And the fact that this is hundreds of years later, just makes her pain that much stronger as well as the bond they shared. To know that she hasn't been able to get over it for so long emphasizes how big that event was. It's simple too, since the focus is purely on White Diamond relaying her feelings to Steven (And us). This allows us to understand where she's coming from. This animatic greatly executes the pain we could imagine coming from a character such as White Diamond.

[@Omnific]

*sheds a tear* What a beautiful comment, well said Lil' Compy... well said.

[@riannaroberts4769]

Thank you! You made such a beautiful video, it's hard not to appreciate it. Even for just sketch lines, it's clear that a lot of thought went in to creating White Diamonds movements. You should definitely turn it into a full animation.

[@elitemple6722]

*EXTREMELY LOUD APPLAUSE*

[@anidiotsandwich1524]

I know this is several years old but I like how she murders multiple gems just for the aesthetic It encapsulates her perfectly

[@kmn_im_oli]

i come back to watch this every few years it's so good

[@sugman2449]

I really like the part where she just crushes 3 gems for the effect. That's how overpowering she is that she would do that for basically no reason without a second thought.

[@Omnific]

My thoughts exactly :)

[@raichugirl7154]

So the voice actor is confirmed and she did sing this song but I don't think it fits the character at all. Her voice was awesome for white, but the song doesn't fit. I feel white has been around so long that she has no need for emotional connections even if it was another Diamond. No offence because oh my gosh this is a great animatic and it was made before anyone knew anything about white.

[@sugaamilk8857]

Well good job this song isn’t linked to Steven universe

[@Gloomysushiroll]

Surprise! You were correct!

[@mariarosa-xs2zv]

Meh ok

[@myrtlejones28]

Astro The Space Husky Fuck you!

[@cocoloco6060]

But white diamond still was,before everything went bad,she was a mother and blue and yellow as the second authority for pink,pink known as whites child

[@buddaboop1760]

Rewatching this, after seeing WD's reveal, I feel like this could fit her if she was less creepy. But anyway, THAT DESIGN BE ON FLEEK, you got her design on point! Ish. But still, this is beautiful and be fab.

[@wiibrockster]

This White is a perfect mix of ruthless dictator and grevieing mother. I love it when she shatters those gems just to use them as confetti!

[@megarockstar9000]

OH MY GOD THE CHILLS IF THE SU CREW DOESN'T HIRE YOU IM--- *splodes into a million pieces*

[@klausoshaunacey8429]

Even though this was made before the full reveal of the real design of White Diamond, this is a beautiful and creative depiction of her, and her expressions fit so well with the song. 10/10 stars!

[@mantis5500]

It's insane how accurate this design was in the end

[@josbird]

Yeah! The silhouette is almost identical. As it stands this design could be a fusion of yellow/white haha

[@borf420]

Is no one going to acknowladge the fact that white just crushed and shattered a bunch of random gems that were unlucky enough to be in the room while she was singing, just for the heck of decoration? Like dang, that's brutal XD

[@samdragonborn5864]

You could say she’s Stone cold

[@lunarn3t229]

Watching this back, and you're design for White Diamond is on of the most accurate depictions!! It's actually very similar to her official design. Congrats! You deserve a cookie!!! 🍪

[@andrewbrannen1891]

I fucking swear this better happen in the show this is beautiful

[@saintsinner4074]

They were surprisingly on point with her design

[@whitediamond6656]

Thanks i will tell them that

[@saintsinner4074]

@@whitediamond6656 no prob bob

[@TheShockClock]

This is by far the best animatic, White Diamond has the most personality on this one. I loved the choreography and the experimental camera angles (This was the only animatic that had that). Also lmao I thought that at 2:01, WD was doing a random side flip.

[@Omnific]

Thank you, and I see what you mean by the side flip XD I'll probably try to fix it better

[@Canido19]

Now that White Diamond out of all the Diamonds understands best exactly WHAT Steven is and to what extent that her irreplaceable Pink is well and truly gone forever, I hope that the show goes on to have White demonstrate her own form of bittersweet grief (Sweet, in that she DOES still have Steven; and Steven, while not Pink, IS a being that Pink was willing to give herself up to create) that culminates in a song much like this.

[@dumbledoratheexplorer1252]

Part of the reasons why I'm sad that the show is over

[@WOLFRAMIUM]

What would a mother not do for her child What lengths would a mother not go There’s a bond that exists between mother and child With no end to how strong it can grow It’s a promise for life between mother and child It begins from the moment of birth And you're shaken you to your soul With an ache you’ve never known And you look into their eyes And find you’re looking in your own And there’s a pain you can’t imagine A special kind of torture you can feel A cut that bleeds from somewhere deep inside you A past regret you can not heal And no one guesses all the while you’re praying The little screaming stranger in your arms Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you after all What would a mother not do for her child What heights would a mother not climb There’s a bond that exists between mother And child and it only goes deeper with time It’s a promise for life between mother and child And to break it there’s no greater pain And you’re shaken to your soul With an ache that can’t erase Like the tears you never cried but still keep scrubbing off your face Cause there’s a pain you can’t imagine A little talk that keeps you wide awake That somehow turns to bold determination That you’ll never make the same mistake And so you vow to feed your little future Assuring that her talent, poise, and charm Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you after all Some dreams die upon the vine Some they never have a chance Sweeter than the sweetest wine That mine becomes Queen of France And there's relief you can’t imagine That fills up every sinew, bone, and nerve To know that you can get out of this hellhole And finally live the life that you deserve And suddenly the past you knew would haunt you And all of the regret you didn’t show Might just grow up and save you after all Might just grow up and save you Might just grow up you save you after all What would a mother not do for her child What lengths would a mother not go There’s a bond that exists between mother and child Ah. but then again How would you know?

[@bloobee_]

Fucking thank you

[@crazy13alex]

Roger Proxy They never met, though.

[@Major_Viper]

@@crazy13alex there's literally practically fused as we know from change you mind *the battle of heart and mind*

[@cosmicjojo7576]

I loved the concept of White Diamond singing "After All" if she was in the trial

[@KindredKeepsake]

*Peridot voice* IT COULD'VE BEEN GREAT~!

[@murmurcub]

Sards Hammer where she was in that moment?

[@KindredKeepsake]

Miara Godbell Nobody knows, hun. XD White Diamond has never made an appearance outside of her mural. We only saw a giant statue of what appears to be her silhouette, at the end of The Trial.

[@love71799]

Sards Hammer omg sardonx is my favorite fusion

[@ceo-of-misamo]

Sards Hammer And blue diamond looking confused And yellow looking disgusted.

[@Scrittlescrattle]

This still lives in my mind as a gorgeous animatic and incredible version of white I still love it so much

[@Omnific]

@Scrittlescrattle Thank You!! I really appreciate that this old animatic is still memorable in some way for ya! 💙🙏

[@mo5882]

Ugh... absolutely terrible Sike naw, I fucking love it! I would really like to see this fully animated! I really love the movement and emotion you put into white diamond! I myself am actually looking into being an animator. It’s been my dream ever since, so I would love to get better at drawing and this inspires me. Thank you for this, i really loved this!

[@Omnific]

Suicidal Muffin I'm so glad I could inspire you, that's what I want to do for this channel. Inspire many artist :)

[@River.s.]

😳

[@RyuTama42]

Seeing a Diamond shattering a gem onscreen, and letting the glittering dust of the shards fly over Steven... man, that would be insanely beautiful and brutal.

[@minicrushies]

I love the way you draw White Diamond! Also this is amazing! You should finish it!

[@dorkinabubble7772]

You nailed this without even knowing how perfectly it still lines up with canon. The design was SPOT ON. SO glad to know this song still works with canon!WD.

[@cyannbutler4100]

aRE WE JUST GONNA IGNORE THE FACT THAT SHE KILLED THREE GEMS AND USED THEIR SHARDS AS CONFETTI?

[@Omnific]

UH LAPIDOT Savage Diamond 😎

[@ego-pt7vt]

UH LAPIDOT So there are millions of gems

[@cyannbutler4100]

ego 123456 Doesn't make it right

[@MusicLover-mt4cx]

She had to shatter them for dramatic flare lol

[@zullly]

Ur profile pic fits in perfectly with your comment

[@howeboutthis]

I've been here since the begining, let me tell you, going back to this after years, I just fucking love it to no end. Just, so beautiful!!!!

[@Omnific]

Thank You! ^-^

[@coconutpoof6539]

THIS IS GREAT! BEST AFTER ALL ANIMATIC IVE SEEN SO FAR!😍

[@sadbreathing2716]

Miciah Jacobs *your profile picture pretty much sums up my reaction after watching this*

[@smiley-facade]

Came here after watching the latest episode!

[@myrtlejones28]

Smiley Facade I hate the new episode I wish all of them were dead.

[@JulesAhmose]

oh my goodness this is GORGEOUS!!

[@Omnific]

Thank you!

[@Scrittlescrattle]

M A N I keep coming back to this, it's so impressive, the amount of frames you used must've taken *so* long and drawing a full body in motion? I applaud you madam. This has earned its spot in my "inspiration " playlist.

[@Omnific]

Thank you!

[@annelisebreezy]

This is beautiful! Really! I understand how the song would fit White’s character. The song is all about a mother grieving over her child or something. I see white being a mother type figure to all the diamonds with her authority going down to yellow. So when pink died (shattered) she was very upset. It would be like loosing your child. So I love this animation because it expresses the pain that White goes through everyday ever since Pinks death. I am probably going WAYY to in depth about a good animation but whatever. Good job! I really love it! And I would love to see a complete colored version but only if you can and have the time! Great Animation! ❤️ Also I just realized she just shattered some gems (probably her pearl and other gems that take care of her) and that really shows how powerful and big White is.

[@Omnific]

I love your expressive idea on the animatic. Thank you, and trust me, I do intend on finishing it :D

[@keithuwu184]

now that steven is actually pink diamond, this makes more sense!

[@boba.k.alapis9404]

I love the fact that she shattered three gems (one of which was her own Pearl) just to make her performance more dramatic

[@MusicLover-mt4cx]

White diamond is a diva

[@Toby-if6rg]

Just got here after seeing the reveal. Tbh the way you portrayed White Diamond in this was beautiful and I was hoping for more of this, but I'm still really intrigued with what we've been given! And her voice is beautiful, really hoping for a song from her one day like this.

[@blackroserevan6939]

Can't.....hit...repeat...button....HARD ENOUGH!!!!

[@dariusurbanovic6797]

I love this animatic so much, i wish this was the actual White Diamond we got.

[@jamarcuscoley]

THAT WAS AMAZING! When she said “how would you know” at the end, it gave me chills!

[@ProtagAster]

This was so much better than what we actually got

[@megashadowmew]

Okay This is my new favorite White Diamond "After All" animatic I am in love

[@shadowolfyy]

"But then again, how would you know?" Brokeee meeee. Because Steven wouldn't know, but he tries. He tries so hard. And he is his mother and the diamond that White lost. Everything is in shattered pieces. Steven is so strong and he needs a spa day to get away from this pain.

[@mickfrick]

Wow, this is such a good animatic. It fits white diamond and the song. It's like they fused ;D

[@Mamma_Jama]

Man, comparing the first few episodes to the newer ones is insane It went from a funny little cartoon to something so much more deep and inspiring

[@theparanoidone7189]

That is some Beautiful animation and it's not even finished, holy crap

[@administrator8078]

In my mind, this is one of the best white diamond animatics, as I feel it captures the essence of the show, which is: everything is from Stevens prospective. Also the art is great.

[@teddyyy8109]

she shattered her own pearl XD

[@Omnific]

Wolfyyy ツ White Diamond gives zero shits 😅 Also, I like to think it was just random gems at the wrong place, at the wrong time 😉

[@vladdymeal]

Wolfyyy ツ there are thousand of pearls...

[@IceVulpix]

I think crushed is the right word.I mean that looked like dust.I don't even think that they will form limbs.Just normal dust at that point.

[@Omnific]

Sparkling Confetti Dust (*u*') / ' ' ; . . .

[@lemancitriton260]

*pearls*

[@fiothefanartist5721]

"But then again, how would you know" HOLY SHI- IT FITS SO WELL AND I LOOOOOVE IT

[@Giovanni-Soto]

The movement of the animaic is so buitiful! Good job!

[@Omnific]

Thanks