Why Peridot Will NEVER FUSE! [Steven Universe Theory/Analysis] Crystal Clear

Peridot has to be one of the most anticipated characters to fuse in Steven Universe, but we have reason to believe she never will partake in the act. Let's talk about it today on Crystal Clear!
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[@neoslayerpw8230]

Soon we'll be like "Remember 3 years ago when the hiatus for season 5 started?"

[@tomudstefano3047]

XDD

[@Y57578]

lmao

[@david2869]

and we are waiting for season 6 to finish?

[@kemopypes4567]

WizardMinecraft2 what?

[@katiekatie6289]

WizardMinecraft2 Wait, what?

[@aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa4932]

Fandom: Wants a Peridot fusion Steven Universe: *S T E G*

[@leviathan_06]

also steven universe: MEGA PEARL

[@umbrimea]

S o m e p e o p l e t h i n k o f f u s i o n a s i n t e r c o a r s e

[@p40v1der13]

I still find that fusion really cool

[@ishmowo]

​@@leviathan_06also also steben universe: BEEG GARNIT

[@bunnychu15]

I think that if we do see Peridot fuse, it will be with Lapis. Lapis doesn't want to fuse because of her previous experiences with Jasper, but we know Lapis will return. It's possible that they both will be put in a situation where they're not powerful enough against an enemy on their own and when Lapis is apologizing to Peridot, it happens by accident. If this happens, it will be more of a one-time thing and only because they both wanted to protect something (or someone, likely Steven.) Neither want to fuse and they would only do so if they absolutely had to.

[@brihannarose1]

posubly

[@GoinSolo]

Ps lapis is gone

[@DanielLopez-pp7uo]

Like Amethyst and Pearl in giant woman they didn't want to fuse but they had to because they want to protect Steven

[@OutsideBoxx87]

Elyse Walker something or someone could be Steven, the barn or pumpkin

[@A1exandra1uther]

Or they may attempt to fuse, but fail and realize that neither of them want to even though they care about each other , and then find a way to fight for what they want as a team and not a fusion.

[@Rose-lr8bl]

“Can you believe it’s been three years since we’ve seen the green Dorito and it still hasn’t fused?”

[@sauce5066]

Amazing Fudge GREEN DORITO. Why?.....clods.....CLODS!

[@kronichwoa3915]

CLODDD

[@baval5]

I cant say for sure if Peridot will ever fuse, but I disagree with your premise. Fusion isnt sex, its an expression of a relationship. Thats why Lapis and Jasper were able to fuse into a monster, their relationship was horrible so they became their relationship: horrible. Keep in mind too that as the relationship evolves so too does the gem; Garnet looked a lot difference when they first fused, a jumble of colors because their emotions were a jumble. Now that their relationship is stable and orderly so too is the fusion because again, fusion *IS* the relationship, not just metaphorically but physically. Therefore even though many fusions are used to display sexual relationships some such as Smokey Quartz can also be completely platonic relationships. Therefore Peridot can fuse if she so chooses, since she does have relationships with the other characters. On a side note, I believe this is the reason why gem soldiers who fuse just turn into bigger versions of themselves, not because theyre mixing two of the same gem but because their relationship is a boring work relationship so their fusion form is just a larger form of themselves to better get the job done. I believe its possible for two gems of the same type to fuse into something completely new if their relationship is something more interesting, because if the fusion is the relationship and the relationship is interesting it follows that the fusion is interesting. Keep in mind most of this is backed by Garnet, who claims she isnt a person but a relationship, even going so far as to say shes a conversation in her song.

[@venatrix3431]

Don't forget Topaz.

[@earthone4939]

hmmm i dont know but you seem like you have a better idea of fusion than most people

[@personmmmmfaqqtjz8990]

baval5 WOW

[@Sesshomarusfox]

Props to you i love this explanation

[@chromiakocosmos8888]

I think this is true.

[@bugrakaan4596]

Even if she is the representation of asexuality, she can still fuse. Fusion can represent any relationship. It doesn't have to be romantic. WE CAN STILL HOPE TO SEE PERIDOT FUSE

[@gregyokoi4835]

Buğra Kaan I WANT LAPIDOT CANNON!

[@konradkaare434]

her name wont be lapidot cause it needs to be a gem name

[@blackmore9570]

konrad Kaare It’s the temporary name the fans use because there’s no canon name yet for the fusion.

[@cinderellatajaran5164]

And she did YOU CLOD

[@ldeja81]

Asexuaility isn’t the incapability of love, it’s the incapability of feeling sexual attraction.

[@vikingdorks3714]

Lapis: Hey, Peri, wanna fuse? Peridot: It’s worth a shot... *Jasper is summoned out of nowhere* Jasper: **pushes peridot** *FuSiOn iS jUsT a ChEaP tAcTic To MakE wEaK gEms StRoNgEr* Jasper: **holds Lapis’ hand** *FUSE WITH ME, PLEASE!*

[@sa2_astral]

Nobody likes you, jasper. ·`

[@chancesassy7963]

Oh my God. If this fucking happens.

[@blutheblumedic]

True

[@erroreevee1304]

😂

[@gerardorazo3101]

Clod

[@nathanieldodge7909]

I don’t want you to be correct (lol) but I think you’re on to something.

[@awalsopp]

Narwhal Tacoz peri can u comfrim it now

[@gregyokoi4835]

Narwhal Tacoz I WANT LAPIDOT CANNON!

[@matthewwright3568]

I think it is all a misunderstanding. The book refers to Peridot at a moment in time, it doesn't address future events. Plus, I believe Peridot didn't want to fuse with Garnet because A) Garnet is already a fusion and B) she simply wasn't ready to fuse. Maybe she will be more comfortable fusing with someone who is single like her.

[@konradkaare434]

if they fuse their name has to be a gem name

[@earthone4939]

According to Michaela Dietz, Zach Callison has a theory that if Peridot and Steven fuse their fusion would just be even smaller, and adding Amethyst in would shrink the fusion even further but make them louder; Michaela and McKenzie Atwood agree that the idea would be good for the show as being small would help them infiltrate places

[@mariojumpman9573]

But we see Amethyst shrink to fit into a shell. If they fuse, eventually having multiple gems becomes a hasle.

[@stevenuniverse5072]

tf

[@Detective_Grav]

Shorty squad assemble

[@lillily5248]

“Sings to peridot” All I wanna do is see you turn into a lapidot fusion

[@wondernerd3555]

All I wanna be is someone who gets to see a lapidot fusion

[@thepinkviolinist]

Bri a lapidot fusion

[@RainiiDay7]

@Izabella Baldyga ok now let me express my opinion... AALLLLLL I WANNAAA DOOO ISSS SEEE YOU TURN INTO A LAPIDOT FUSSSSIOOON~

[@WitherMori]

Too baaaad

[@Hellopokebowl]

Peridot will never fuse because... EVERYONES A CLOD!!!!

[@littlekittengaming3918]

YOU CLOD

[@ezra126]

And because, no offense Peridot, she’s not a gem. She’s a green space Dorito. Even though it isn’t the best for fusing, that hair is amazing in my opinion.

[@Mr.Tw1sty]

Uno reverse card

[@sarahlewis306]

OMG ALL OF THE COMETS UNDER YOU ARE AMAZING SO IS YOURSS ( I mean the replys )

[@sherriekeller4586]

Hahahahahahahaahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha CLOD

[@blasto652]

peridots alternative to fusion is a giant robot.

[@mcnanatherapgod3206]

Lord of Death Gaming Y E S

[@Matthew-gn1lw]

*I just wanna see a giant robot*

[@carlwebber4094]

Cuz all I won't to do is see you turn into a giant robot

[@littlekittengaming3918]

ＧＩＡＮＴ　-robot- ＦＵＳＩＯＮ　ＦＩＧＨＴ

[@Speed001]

Boy do i have news for you

[@monochaos9442]

As an aromantic asexual, I appreciate that Vox talked about it in the video when discussing how maybe Peridot could be representing that in relation terms so much and it gave me a bit to think about with Peridot.

[@dvdb304]

I completely agree with you

[@gracekim1998]

Mono Chaos that actually makes sense

[@aroace7913]

Mono Chaos I never even thought that peridot could be an ace. It would be a really nice representation though it could make people believe that only ´ nerdy ´ people are asexual and/or aromantic.

[@monochaos9442]

THEwhimsical1 It means I don't experience romantic or sexual attraction. Crushes? Nope. Lust? Nope. (unless you countbloodlust. loljk :P) It's just something I never paid attention to.

[@EP_135]

As you said, fusion is more a métaphore for relationship than sexuality, I can totally see peridot fuse with Steven in a brotherly manner or garnet in a motherly one

[@crimsonki5974]

IF we get Lapidot i hope she’ll be a turquoise!

[@gregyokoi4835]

Crimson_Ki//s _ YEAH I WANT LAPIDOT CANNON!

[@goshdangit4503]

They wouldn't be, because it is fan character. It would be heavily discouraged to "Copy" anothers design if not made by the original team

[@gamingspectrum2128]

Lapidot isn't a gem name ..

[@microwave4362]

Yasssss

[@MoodyF0X]

SAME! I really want them to be tortoise

[@neoslayerpw8230]

I just think she was on there because she just failed to fuse with Garnet lol

[@darthbane5676]

Wasn't that the same episode where she tried on some alien shorts, then ripped them in half? There's gotta be a reason why they specifically showed Peridot wearing those shorts in the book, especially since I don't think she could have or would have tried them on again after that first time.

[@the_destroyer1236]

Yeah, I feel like that's the reason why she was shown there, and like what darth bart said, they wore those shorts in that episode, where she backed out. I feel as though its possible for Peridot to fuse, its just the gem she is closest too has a recent bad experience with it

[@lacrossegamersslol8527]

Neoslayer PW your rite😜

[@daphodil7876]

i luv how this comment has nearly the same number of likes as this video does dislikes, lol

[@jessicas7717]

I think that the next episode after escapism where peridot and lapis reform, they will reform with their starts

[@SilverMoonArtz]

I died when that Gididot fusion came out of nowhere

[@Juniperist]

SilverMoon 718 , inside ?

[@HarperNell]

I don't want you to be right, but I LOVE ace representation. Being ace myself, I never see anyone accurately representing my community.

[@kity1081]

i'm ace too! One day i just realised that "WAIT. FUCK YEAH I'M LGBTQ+"

[@possesseddemon3850]

ITS GASTER!

[@ludacris_lillies1859]

Hello my fellow Ace's

[@deviouslyicy]

I’m ace as well! Trying to find characters that represent me but this is the closest I’ve gotten besides spongebob haha

[@dinnerdotnet]

* aroace vibing *

[@play4pluto]

Will we ever see Peridot fuse? **insert Period Gidion**

[@aceofdiamonds2218]

*#* .

[@aceofdiamonds2218]

is this what you mean

[@yourfriendlylocalhitman667]

**screams**

[@SnickerDoodleBug05]

That was cursed. Absolutely cursed

[@thatinternetshipperyouknow632]

0:37 She fused with gideon... *SEEMS LEGIT*

[@overlordcringe2715]

Change your profile picture and name

[@willow01782]

Why would she fuse with a clod?

[@sheilagibson6719]

@@overlordcringe2715 why?

[@nolenlucivegrey1050]

I'd like to believe that Peridot is DemiSexual. She'd only fuse with Someone she has a strong bond with although I'm totally ok if she's Asexual

[@Hixsita]

Wait... If I'm in a relationship with the person I love and I want to marry them does that make me a DemiSexual?

[@nolenlucivegrey1050]

Hixsita Demisexual, is someone who can only have a sexual relationship with someone they have a strong emotional relationship with

[@Hixsita]

But I'm gay so doesn't that make me a Homosexual?

[@Hixsita]

Unless I get married to some one I want to send the rest of my life with? So does that make me a Homosexual Demisexual?

[@nolenlucivegrey1050]

Hixsita I apologize I'm a little Lost. :/

[@YaoiChan18]

...but you said it yourself; fusion represents relationships. Peridot could very well fuse. It She may not have an interest in doing it herself so much, but that doesn't mean someone like Peridot who can be very goal oriented wouldn't be adverse to fusing for the sake of completing a task or in an emergency. If she does, that doesn't mean she's not asexual or anything. Her fusion would likely be a working relationship, like among coworkers or comrades in arms, or maybe a close friendship.

[@ankaplanka]

It could represent a platonic relationship!

[@luminariel3765]

I think both. Peridot is Ace, so she might not consciously think about fusion. I'm thinking it's going to be a "Heat Of The Moment" type thing, where everyone is locked in battle and she goes to tackle someone to save them. Probably Steven or Amethyst.

[@maketheinternetgreatagain5146]

or heheheh lapis

[@laurabea660]

I agree ; I think she could fuse but it wouldn’t be romantic it would be objective/goal driven (like Opal)

[@lReclipse]

Lumi Nariel I agree with 100% and I hope if she does fuse with someone it’ll be Steven, just because they have the best relationship, of being best friends

[@Soup-child]

She might fuse at one point (accidentally or on purpose) but then be like "naw man" and just not fuse agin and if she's asked to fuse again say no

[@autopsied]

Gems don't feel sexual attraction...?

[@KnownAsLyant]

Who's here when peridot got her star

[@froog7068]

Me!

[@solarquartz6567]

Im here bc maya say peridot is ace

[@crypt5129]

Penis music

[@Amber-uh5rz]

me lol

[@jessicamerrill263]

✋

[@stabbycat748]

When your birthstone is a Peridot and you’re acesexual... Knew she was my favorite for a reason

[@brenna4988]

Thank you so much for using my art in your thumbnail! ^^ I love this channel!

[@RoundtableVids]

Thanks for making great art!!

[@MegaMGstudios]

So you are the creator of those perifusions in the thumbnails?

[@brenna4988]

Just the middle one - the Lapis and Peridot one!

[@MegaMGstudios]

BrennaFyre looks great

[@theoneonyoutube4925]

Nice art!

[@neoslayerpw8230]

Did anyone else notice how on the ending of Lars of the Stars, when they were hit, Lars was like "Steven? Connie? NOOOOOOO!!" Then in the beginning of the next episode he didn't even know they were hit..

[@blkstxrr._]

Neoslayer PW wat......

[@ARACHNIDPARTY]

Neoslayer PW *Oh. Oh my.*

[@nellybob1496]

I think the "Steven? Connie? NOOOOO" part is supposed to reference Metal Gear, because if Snake is found during a sneak mission one of the other chaacters says "Snake? Snake? NOOO"

[@cyan.6399]

"STEVEN! ARE YOU IN THERE? STEVEN?? *STEEEEVEEEEEEEEEEN!!!!!"*

[@AngelRyanCosplay]

milk What about a Star Fox 64 reference!

[@machineoflememe8020]

Lmao she ain't about that premarital fusing

[@machineoflememe8020]

Thank u for noticing me vox.

[@mattylogist]

"Why Peridot won't fuse" Me: the writer made her not fuse

[@aroace7913]

Well also because they wanted to represent an aroace char.

[@wishfulwonders9725]

*Nerdy laughing* It's like dragon ball Z but cooler

[@Sammy11611]

This is a great theory! And I support peridot either way, I love her!

[@Kazoo_Itchy]

Mee tooooo

[@TrippyKitty08]

I'd support an asexual Peri. I think fiction in general needs more asexual characters. There IS more to life than pursuing sex and romance!!

[@ethan3345]

I'm asexual and she's my favorite character!!

[@lisylupikus]

I'm Asexual, and i would love to see more Asexual Representation in Cartoons (or other Series), but i think Fusion is not Sex, its more build of a Emotional Relationship, its that what they Feel in one form.

[@roxxpopp8]

asexual doesnt necessarily mean you cant form romantic relationships it just means you dont get sexually aroused by anyone. but relationships arent all about sex so she CAN STILL BE WITH LAPIS PLEASE

[@eternallylearning2811]

I know right

[@roxxpopp8]

@M.A. R I was talking to the original post talking about how there's more than pursuing "romance and sex" because of the difference between asexuals and aromatics and how it'd be inaccurate to include romance in that. That being said you're stupid for thinking I was talking to you like you were in that original comment?? Like honestly where did you get that

[@HikariMichi42]

You know, I'm the last person who'll say Fusion = Sex. In fact when people claim that I actively argue against it. Fusions = Relationships, and sex can be a part of some relationships, but not all. But if Peridot never fused and that somehow represented her being ace, I would be all for it, as someone on the spectrum myself. Still, I want to see *A* Peridot fusion in the show. That is, if it's not out Peridot, then show a different one fusing. Like how Rhodonite's appearance in the show let us know what would happen if Ruby and Pearl fused without actually including it in the story, because that wouldn't make any sense (but fans are still curious, so I'm glad we got our answer to that question). (Btw, I wrote this comment before I had finished your video, so I'm sorry I reiterated some of your points, that wasn't intentional! Great video btw ^^)

[@venatrix3431]

Topaz had no relationship, yet they fused, so yes, you're correct.

[@glitch_woof]

"Who will peridot fuse with?" Me : *_lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis lapis_*

[@nataliehernandez9691]

“The green dorito” Good description

[@adolfodef]

Peridot came to Earth as a fusion... of gem and machine. -> She is a technophiliac, same as Rose Quartz is a xenophiliac.

[@lhebert6305]

Argamis (SilverComet) I had to look those words up but I agree

[@garyblack8794]

I like that. it has been interesting seeing how she "fused" with Earth tech

[@Nyerguds]

Not asexual... just a massive nerd married to her computers? :p

[@Geek56695]

Nyerguds no... maybe....

[@myriadofcolours9861]

But don't most Era 2 gems from Homeworld have limb enhancers like Peridot did? So it's not just her.

[@Messed-up-logic]

I always hate when relationships have to be exclusively romantic or sexual. I don't like it. I always saw rhodonite to be a qpr (queer platonic relationship) but everyone is like they have to be in love in a romantic way. You can love some just as much as someone loves there significant other in a completely platonic way. Like a platonic soul mate. But society is so focused on romantic and sexual relationships being the end all be all, a lot of time it just gets shut down.

[@Messed-up-logic]

Firstname Lastname yeah! Tho qprs are like friends but closer, like someone would sign a lease with or adopt children with. They are very common among aromantic asexuals. You should look it up it's actually really cool.

[@Mariathinking]

I just think because Rubys tend to be childlike and pearls are more momlike , it would be weird if their relationship was romantic Storywise i think it would be cuter if they were abuse victims in a family and they protected each other by fusing

[@lilweedsea]

Rhodonite is a fear based and supportive relationship. They fused for comfort under Morganite’s abuse.

[@princessbinas]

I don't care if Peridot fuses. What I do care about is her character continuing to grow and develop. I see quite a bit of myself in her in terms of trying to understand the world, love of using technology, intelligence, silly behavior in some cases, and struggling with social situations and ques. I attached to her for that reason. And the fact other gems did not expect much out of her on Homeworld actually reflects that at one point, my parents and everyone else around me, despite having high hopes for my future, did not expect me to ever get as far as I did. No one expected me to graduate high school and go to college. But here I am, a Sophomore in college. And Peridot developed Magnetic powers and probably telekinesis in general if it ever gets expanded upon.

[@levistacko4864]

Exactly the same reason I attached to Techno-Dorito Princess, I'm somewhere between her and Lars honestly (in Lars' case both the good and bad aspects)

[@peridot4947]

"Come on Rebecca Sugar, you know we're dying to see this, don't leave us hanging." Me when su ends and peridot didn't fuse: THEY LEFT US HANGING!!

[@aroace7913]

I mean they said outside of the show she was aroace.

[@mefacultatif]

​@@aroace7913 But a fusion can be platonic or just non-sexual and romantic like the fusion with Steven and Greg or Steven and Amethyst

[@aroace7913]

@@mefacultatif Can be yes but there was a mini-book in which peridot was used as an example for people who don´t want to fuse since that is just one way of showing affection.

[@RedQuill13]

I think its more fusion apprehension rather than being fusion apposed. i feel she would be willing to fuse but it needs to be the right person. probs either lapis, steven, or amythest.

[@alexschmiedel]

And hearing your comment about having been personally involved with the topic really touched my heart, I just could not help myself from pulling a blue diamond.

[@reedsylvier5250]

Isabel Schmiedel ikr, it's weird but I get teary eyed whenever there's any media mention whatsoever, even rude ones, so this made me very happy, thank you we do exist ahh xx

[@HikariMichi42]

I love how I understood that metaphor. xD

[@TaraCorbin]

As an ace, this speaks to me. Thank you.

[@PYXKO]

Another Ace Queen 👑 ♠️

[@vedji1857]

Are you sure ace is just an excuse for thinking you'll be lonely?

[@branfeather]

Same ^-^

[@wynnew.h5245]

I am loving these connections! I didn't think of Peridot as ace before (likely because I am allosexual) but it makes a lot of sense and is super refreshing.

[@japanimated123]

CakeEngineer#40245 I don't claim to know how all ace people feel, but like Vox said, not all people who are ace avoid romantic relationships. Not all ace people are single and not all single people (regardless of their sexual relations/attractions) are lonely. They can still have romantic relationships if they want. Sex is just a single, optional, part of a romantic relationship, so people can be completely asexual and still have full, loving, complete relationships. :)

[@weaverliss7522]

Thank you so much for mentioning asexuality, representation matters sooo much and you even mentioned aromantic too and how they’re different on a spectrum...ahhhh thank you thank you thank you thank you THANK YOU!!!!!

[@JohnDoe-vw4zf]

Lily Luna Not to be rude but asexuality seems a bit sad and more like an obstacle than anything positive

[@the_dark_chinchilla9623]

John Doe, why... I am an asexual demiromantic. Why would it be something bad?

[@danatedawg1018]

The_dark _chinchilla that means you either can't get a boner from anyone which is actually a disorder you should seriously get checked out. Or it means you don't feel like getting with anyone. People can say "I choose not to like anyone" but it is not your choice. Sexuality refers to what you're sexuality attracted too.

[@ashessakura7518]

The Natrix 101 That sounds like you're describing erectile dysfunction which is feeling sexually charged but being unable to get it up. Asexuality means that's just don't feel like having sex and the need just doesn't come which isn't a problem. It isn't exactly linked in with Aromantic which means you aren't interested in people romantically, a sort of example of how these are linked: Asexuals can be romantically involved. Aromantics can be sexually involved. Being sexually and romantically attracted with another are quite different and one doesn't have to lead to another.

[@the_dark_chinchilla9623]

AshesSakura thank you

[@nullnull7865]

"THIS IS LIKE DRAGONBALL Z, BUT COOLER" I'm ded tho. 😂😂😂😂

[@DogPerson626]

Who’s here after Peri was confirmed ace?

[@aroace7913]

Well late but here lol.

[@holoweenqueen]

Peridot is a great character, I hope she gets her Star soon! It would be great!

[@HikariMichi42]

She should have gotten it even sooner! It could've been great! (Sorry couldn't help myself)

[@genuineinterest]

AdeftGamer she seemed so unhappy about the idea of a star 😂 Maybe the gems decided to let her be without one until she decides she wants one... especially because when she voiced her panic about it ("AM I GONNA HAVE TO WEAR A STAR?? WHERE AM I GONNA PUT THE STAR!?!?") she had only just joined the crystal gems and wasn't really fully accepting of her new life yet. So maybe soon? Once it's brought to her attention again?

[@crockoclock7771]

Well happy yet?

[@Hulk1566]

0:36 OH GOD WHY WOULD YOU DO THIS!? THIS IMAGE IS CURSED! I WOULD DEFINITELY LEAVE THE SHOW IF THIS HAPPENED XD

[@ashessakura7518]

So this is what homeworld thinks fusion is!

[@Balala_]

While I love the idea of someone representing the asexuals/aromantics, I don't think that it is an indication of whether Peridot wants to fuse or not. After all fusion isn't only about romantic relationships. Steven and Amethyst literally bonded over being the worst. I didn't see any link other than friendship/understanding, which everyone posesses... Fusion isn't just a metaphor for sex after all...

[@reedsylvier5250]

Balala very much agree

[@YaelHasson1]

thanks for saying that its their story not ours!

[@not.varmit149]

Why peri will never fuse: Peridot is Ace- sexual and romantic, fusion is a sign of love, (yes I know most if fusion are meant for war or friendship/ family)

[@inklolbit4199]

I think that peridot will fuse with lapis if any Also I guess I ship lapidot

[@gulano8258]

0:36 Yes! Thats the best peridot fusion fanart ever!

[@sammcburney148]

Peridot your leader oh god XD

[@Hulk1566]

OH GOD WHY XD!

[@BassBeat66]

I personally DON'T want to see Peridot fuse, not because I don't like Peridot, but because it seems very clear that it won't happen. Look, I can be a fan of the show and still also see what seems very clear from a writer's prespective - if Peridot would fuse with anyone, it would most likely be Lapis (and no, I'm not a fan of the nonexistent within the show Lapidot), however I don't see Lapis fusing PERIOD. For both of them, fusion is still a taboo subject and a traumatic experience - Peri might be on Team Crystal Gem, but that doesn't mean she's completely shaken long held views from living and serving on Homeworld. Even Pearl and Garnet are subject to this, not just their views on humans, but their ingrained views from HW. If we go and believe the consensus that Garnet was the first ever cross-fusion (which I do), it means the idea of fusing with anyone not of your type is still an uncomfortable thought and sight. But But Peri was so happy about Smoky Quartz, you shout! Yes. Yes, she was however that doesn't mean she was happy about FUSING, she was happy about her two friends - Steven and Amethyst - fusing to take down Jasper. I mean, she didn't show as much excitement when Jasper was corrupted by fusing with a corrupted gem (I'm not even going to go thru the reasons why bringing Jasper back is ridiculous and most likely fan service). I mean, she's also happy to see Garnet (who isn't!?) because she respects her and Garnet is her friend. Also, I love fusion as the next person, but I don't need to see it done by everyone and their mothers. Especially when Garnet seemed very clear in her explanation on fusion - trust, love, and consent. However, just because you have that DOESN'T mean you need or have to fuse. Like the book says, maybe you don't want to fuse. That's cool! And I would be surprised if that wasn't aimed at fans who feel the unquenchable need to fuse every character in the show with every character in the show, regardless if they can fuse or not.

[@Bezaliel13]

Maybe with Amethyst, but I can see her not being close enough with the others.

[@BassBeat66]

I don't even see Amethyst. Again, this isn't about closeness, it's about 1. the stigma of fusion and 2. the WANT of fusion. Peridot, even when offered, doesn't seem to get excited about fusion the way, say Amethyst does or even Steven. She's just gotten to the point of accepting the fact that the Crystal Gems and those she calls friends are able to fuse. That doesn't mean SHE wants to fuse and really, we've seen the result of someone being in a fusion they didn't want to truly be in/only did for the sake of the other person. CONSENT is a HUGE thing for fusion, complete and utter yeses on BOTH sides - half assed consent does NOT count.

[@Bezaliel13]

K, but I still ship Amedot. Of course, Vox did point out how asexual is not a synonym for aromantic.

[@BassBeat66]

this also has nothing to do with shipping and even then, you could still have a ship without fusion. I don't even know how asexual and aromantic came into this conversation.

[@Bezaliel13]

Fusion has metaphoric connotations to various relationships, like Garnet's romantic, Stevonnie's best friends, Smoky Quartzes sibling-like, etc., so it is not so much shipping as much as an expression of how the characters relate. Also, I am pretty sure Vox said that in the video, but I might be thinking of what Mono Chaos commented.

[@enbyishimaru]

This made me so happy and tear up that you mentioned asexuality (I'm a fellow ace). Thank you for the representation!! Much love to you and the rest of the Roundtable!

[@Neo-op3iz]

Mordecai Russell hey fellow ace!!!

[@valentine9840]

hi fellow ace

[@reedsylvier5250]

ACE REPRESENTATION this has got to be the most we've got so far, heck I love the mention. Also I think all gems are inherently asexual so when people say they think fusion is sexual I get mAD xx

[@enbyishimaru]

Hey fellow ace!! How's it going, fam??

[@enbyishimaru]

Hey fellow ace, how's it going fam?

[@Emmasoto372]

I love the idea peridot being asexual reputation as a asexual myself it feels good to have reputation as most shows don't really have asexual reputation

[@bellaboo2111]

It's been 3 years since we've been introduced to the green Dorito LOLOLOLOLOLOL

[@nessbailey7931]

As a panro/ace I almost cried during this. Peri is my favorite character because I relate to her the most, and although I do want to see a fusion with our Peridot, I would still be very happy if you’re theory is true.

[@nicole-lh9ds]

*Year 2, day 734, March 6th, 2018.* We to this day wait for Peridot to get her star, after the conformation twice, once from Shelby, once from Rebecca herself. (technically) There have been countless opportunities such as "The kindergarten kid" which aired all the way back in August of 2016, also of course, the season 3 premiere, Log date 7 15 2, was the first time it was teased. We have yet to gaze upon this outfit as I have been rotting away waiting. Be it she ever fuses or not, the star is the only thing I desire to see before anything else happens, until then, adios amigos.

[@halloweenjack5045]

If Peridot were to fuse I think we'll be Steven as a brother-sister type of way or two type of friend that are not in a relationship same with pearl and garnet and amethyst but I feel like Pearl with lapis will be more of a type more than friend type of relationship like garnet

[@electrobob992]

I believe peridot won't be able to fuse with any gem until she first fuses with steven. As by fusing with steven it somehow "fixes" an issue she had. Possibly even resulting in her re gaining minor shape shifting abilities.

[@peridot4947]

When peridot never fuses, I CAN'T BELIEVE IT I'M JUST SO MAD RIGHT NOW!!!!

[@aroace7913]

People just did read to much into the show and expected way to much from a relationship that was not romantic.

[@onionskin246]

is it weird that im glad peridot never fused? fusion isn’t an allegory for sex, and keep in mind, peridot is the asexual and aromantic REPRESENTATION, not straight up aroace herself. peridot just doesn’t want to fuse, platonic relationship or not. lapis doesn’t want to fuse either since she has ptsd from jasper. im honestly glad peridot never fused, it’s a great representation.

[@aroace7913]

Yes ^^

[@ashessakura7518]

I figured that Amethyst was also asexual considering the colours associated with her are on the asexual flag, honestly if Peridot never fused I'd probably love her more. As someone who's demisexual (a shade of asexuality) and relates strongly to Peridot, I think if she never fused romantically or at all I might just lose my mind from absurd happiness~

[@Wynkopop]

AshesSakura The asexual flag is purple tf u mean

[@ashessakura7518]

Hi It’s Fishy The asexual flag is black, grey, white and purple. All of these are colours Amethyst wears at one point or another and are normally associated with her, she’s metaphorically a walking asexual flag. Did this help?

[@Wynkopop]

AshesSakura Wait Srry I though it said the colors go with peridot my bad

[@Messed-up-logic]

AshesSakura I always kinda thought it would be amethyst. But maybe they are both ace. There is no evidence of amethyst not being ace. She has never fused for a sexual reason or even a romantic reason for that matter. (Also hello fellow ace)

[@ashessakura7518]

Hi It’s Fishy Oh no problem~ An easy misunderstanding :)

[@watermalin]

I do think that lapidot probably won’t happen unless in a dire situation. Peridot never expressed any wanting to fuse, and lapis is probably still messed up from fusing with jasper.

[@alleykat666]

I'm in love with this theory. As someone who struggled with their feelings before discovering asexuality and the difference between aromantic and asexuality, it's really special to me to see it being brought up more and having asexual character representation. :)

[@RhysezPieces]

Fusion might not be sex but as an Aromantic Asexual, Peridot’s responses to Garnet around fusing and just not understanding the purpose in general ring true to me and I’d honestly be disappointed if she fused at this point. It’s nice to have one character in media just not want to do something so well-accepted in-universe (at least in the main cast), as that’s how it feels to be an adult with no interest in romantic or sexual relationships. There’s plenty of platonic fusions already, I’d be happy with just somebody who doesn’t want to do it, not that they just aren’t “ready yet” or “it’s not allowed.”

[@aroace7913]

Same, to many times people also say that platonic relationships are worth less compared to romantic once.

[@william052007]

And you were right about peridot never fusing.

[@Crostil]

that gideon fusion disturbed me

[@RukaKikuchi]

Alternative to fusion.........Voltron style giant robots that can merge together? :3

[@uberkirbeeh7954]

sounds like power rangers

[@pinetree6480]

Über Kirbeeh actually the original voltron came before power rangers the new voltron is based off the old one

[@Weirdanimalboy]

Just have Peridot sit on Lapis' shoulders for the rest of time

[@uberkirbeeh7954]

Pine Tree I'm more familiar with Power Rangers than Voltron tho I have heard about it.

[@MegaKhelditia]

I was actually thinking, "How would Peridot try to match fusion in her way?" And then I thought of the giant mech-suits Pearl and Peridot built in competition: she would fuse the best parts of both into a bigger, better suit! Pearl would probably be flattered and proud. I think.

[@eveningmistonwater]

Please Google the aromantic and asexual flags... Coincidence? I THINK NOT!

[@dangreen3868]

Oh yeah!

[@mell0w_heart]

Oh yes you're right

[@mitt...]

Your face looks like my cat joe

[@Lily-gz3ip]

what

[@lilweedsea]

Peridot is ace/demi and autistic in my mind. And as an ace/demi (I’m still trying to figure myself out) person who may likely be on the spectrum, I think her lack of shapeshifting may be more about her mind, she probably can shapeshift but doesn’t really know how bc thats a foreign concept a concept that may take a while for her to even learn to do herself. And she needs to learn that before she’s comfortable with fusing bc they’re related. It’s not that she can’t do it but she doesn’t want to bc she’s still figuring it out in her own way. And she’s also focused on other things for herself, like even letting go of the rules of home world took her a while.

[@icri3163]

Awestruck Vox: Peridot will never fuse SU Future: She’s really good

[@LJSohma]

I would die of happiness if Peridot is ace! That'd be so freaking amazing as representation for us aces!

[@lobaloxrajobs9354]

Nobu Akuma PLUS, Peridot is green. It can be a sign! >:D

[@annesofiegrumsen105]

As much as I'd love to see a Peridot fusion with any other gem, I really hope they will keep her out of fusions. Aces need representation and Peridot is great at that. Besides, I love the relationships she has formed without the fusions already.

[@asheketchup420]

maybe she will fuse eventually and represent other parts of the asexual spectrum that may not initially have a desire to have sex but feel comfortable doing it with those they know really well or for their partner (like demisexual or graysexual) and this could be represented by peridot fusing because she's needed to in combat or smth and/or she fuses with steven or lapis or whoever only because theyre close and she feels comfortable with them not just because it may be slightly beneficial or because the option is there but because she wants to get to know them better or whatever else and even if fusion is needed in combat she may choose to only fuse with steven or only fuse with lapis or amethyst or garnet or whoever she's most comfortable with

[@chloebahuaud8397]

Can you explain to me what a graysexual is please? I'm kinda confused by all the labels in the sexuality/relationships spectrum and the differences/nuances between them :s

[@chloebahuaud8397]

Ok thanks! So it's between asexual and demisexual?

[@chloebahuaud8397]

Thanks again! I kinda lost in all the nuances between the... what the English word for that? queer community? I'm still confused in the nuances between, bisexual, pansexual and polysexual for example ^^'

[@Aidith_Diversity]

Peridot said era 2 gems don't have shapeshifting power,special power and can't fuse.But suddenly have magnetic power ??

[@Kenzi1818]

ppl watching this in 2019: SHE FOUND WHERE TO PUT THE STAR!!. also ITS LIL GIDION!!! GF but i think paridot fusing is just as likely as steven fusing in S1 WITH a human

[@aleksgesta]

Connie*

[@naelpontes8444]

Honestly, I can’t see anything that isn’t platonic coming out of Peri, considering her personality and how she reacted to some approaches from others throughout the series. And I think this would be an amazing way of asexual or maybe aromantic representation in media (which is rare, btw)! I’m kinda tired of people neglecting strong friendships to only care for romantic relationships. Also, this wouldn’t necessarily kill the Lapidot ship. Lapis could be Peridot’s squish ;)

[@koji6745]

HELLO ASEXUAL/AROMANTIC COMMUNITY OF KZbin WE FINALLY HAVE A CHARACTER ASIDE FROM TODD YASSSSSS

[@tealwashablemarker8886]

I've never watched Eddsworld, but Todd is asexual? Wow.

[@OfficiallyANerd]

Todd from Bojack Horseman

[@thetrump9974]

Interesting, a community about not having relations wants to be able to relate?

[@MaryGreshamThePanda]

Shadow_ Wolf_123 sexual relations* hence the word “sexual” deeply hidden in the word “asexual” :/ despite popular belief, ace people are not in fact cold emotionless stones, but actual people who still want to have friends and such

[@OfficiallyANerd]

ding dong your opinion's w r o n g it’s a joke

[@StarCrowTarot]

Okay, I'm an Ace myself here but... Peridot not fusing...? To me that doesn't seem plausible. I see her definitely fusing. I tend to agree with you on a lot of things but this one in particular is an...eh... to me. But good video still!

[@tanasantistevan1876]

I reallllllly want to we Lapidot 😭😭😭😭 but I have always felt like peridot was a representation of an Asexual person as well. It’s a children’s show and if there going to show polyamorous representation then... an asexual character isn’t to far off. If it’s true though I can’t, I love ❤️ Lapidot! I have to see there fusion

[@The_Natsu.]

I feel like even if they are going that direction, she can just say she doesn't like to fuse and just fuse out of necessity.

[@maketheinternetgreatagain5146]

probably gonna fuse with lapis .....FUCKING BEGGING THEY FUZE

[@thr2648]

Hmm

[@Eagle-Mit-YT-Lucas]

PERIDOT IS NOW CONFIRMED AROACE LETS GOOOOOOOOO!

[@tempolynnrealofficial]

Lapidot Shippers: *(Anger)*

[@Calico_Daiquri]

I am asexual, but I want Peridot to fuse a few times. Fusion to sex is not a one to one comparison. It's different. I would be quite interested in fusing and exploring that while being generally discusted about sex.

[@reedsylvier5250]

CalicoKitty that's one of the many reason I don't think fusion is in anyway a sexual thing (except maybe a little with sugilite) and I don't like it when people say it is, I personally think all gems are inherently asexual, and I'm not just saying that because I am also

[@reedsylvier5250]

Firstname Lastname that's romantic orientation though, which doesn't necessarily coincide in any way with sexual orientation. In a romantic sense yes all the characters are different and there's a nice range

[@ryancarson6962]

Sylvia Jones That doesn’t make sense. Asexual would imply that all gems inherently don’t want to have a sexual relationship. The issue is that is that Rose was pregnant with Steven. The process of pregnancy involves sex so Rose can’t be an asexual so that means gems can’t be inherently asexual. Plus I don’t think all gems should be limited to being one thing since gems are meant to be individuals with different preferences and personalities.

[@reedsylvier5250]

Ryan Carson asexual means without natural desire of having sex, it doesn't mean in anyway that asexuals are incapable of sex, or even that under no circumstances would an asexual ever have sex, there are different types, some asexuals are okay with having sex so I don't see why that would prevent rose from doing it once for such a huge and personal purpose as to create another being. Plus I see gems as being asexual in a basic design way rather than how humans would normally define sexual orientation, inherent because they're gems with no reproductional purpose or capability as they're non-organic lifeforms. But from a story standpoint I agree that they should and have differences, but in my personal opinion only within the general asexual bubble, for example I do think that amethyst presents herself more sexually personality-wise such as with her dancing and attitude, in the asexual community generally there can be 3 subdivisions if you're generalising and simplifying as humans do, which would be sex repulsed, indifferent and positive asexuals, which means some even like sex but not from sexual desire but for other reasons which I get is quite a difficult to understand but I think a good analogy would be the fact that amethyst enjoys eating, her desire to eat isn't based on hunger or a need but for weird reasons like she likes the way it grossly passes through her body, which I think is a good enough representation, at least it's the only one I could think of that makes any sense. So in that way I think amethyst is more sexually prone than some other gems like pearl who also coincidentally is repulsed by the idea of eating (unless it's not a coincidence hmmm). Anyway that's what I believe anyway, but I'm explaining this as my own belief and I don't expect you to suddenly believe it all yourself I'd just like my own view to be understood, I understand you and every SU fan has a slightly different view on the matter, were all different with different views and beliefs, and isn't that what Rose and the show in general is trying to teach us about the beauty of humanity being in our differences? Sorry if this sounds a little holier than thou because that wasn't at all my intent. Sorry for the long message too :)

[@pizzaboytubular212]

What I really need to see... Is Peridot fuse with the Crystal gems, getting her own star, and her very own weapon. Also I still wish lapis to come back home and I want to see rainbow quartz 2.0

[@ryanspierin9532]

Im early i should say something funny Peridot :whats a funny?

[@Marveltvdufanatic]

Peridot will first fuse with lapis because they have a close bond and technically humans fuse and make a child

[@Wee_Thought]

Fusion requires full understanding of each party, which is why they split when gems are arguing in a fusion (garnet can split without the relationship ending). Peridot is fairly well known as a representation of an ASD character, and many asd people struggle to achieve that level of understanding with others. I think that's why, even if she wants to, she can't fuse. I'm not trying to insult people who are on the spectrum, I honestly think it's a really clever way to portray some of the struggles peridot may have as an asd gem

[@KimRiot1]

Thank you SOOOO much for bringing this to light for other people Vox, it almost made me cry. I've thought about it but I never thought other people would think Peridot was Ace too. And even tho I'm AroAce I would be elated to see Peridot be in a romantic type relationship with whoever

[@alexschmiedel]

This was a really fantastic video and I really enjoyed watching your thoughts on peridot's take on fusing. Asexual representation go! :D

[@dgood5707]

If Peridot had to fuse for combat in the ending of the series, the fans (including me) would be satisfied

[@-crescent422-4]

Remember when Peridot was _scary?_ Good times...

[@matthewwright3568]

She was never scary to me. Maybe a little cold, but a green, business oriented gem isn't scary. The gem mutants are the closest the show has gotten to traditionally "scary" (in the off-putting sense).

[@littlekittengaming3918]

yeah, remember when we though rose shattered pink? Good old times

[@levanniedoodles298]

@@littlekittengaming3918 that hurt.

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

If she will fuse, I'd choose her to fuse with Lapis, or the Shorty Squad(Steven and Amethyst)

[@Hayden_Cat]

LMAO THE COMMERCIAL SAID “people will fuse nice and kind”

[@Protendo]

3:24 well Peridot had the underwear from Log Date so maybe it's referring to that specific episode when she didn't want to fuse with Garnet.

[@rueenglish9328]

0:27 I can’t believe Peri was a Keyblade wielder the whole time

[@shebehere2452]

I just realized something, has anyone ever thought that Peridot maybe asexual or aromantic? I thought this midway through the video not the end of the video

[@ladylunarosen2413]

I just watch episode of when paradox try to fuse with Garnet, I tried so hard to find out why she wouldn’t form yet at the same time I could understand why she wouldn’t want to (kind of) but this video really helps understand why.

[@moon-the-band]

I like the message of this video, but the idea of Steven and Amethyst having a sexual experience makes me..... uncomfortable lol

[@fart_palette5635]

Rebecca Straznickas I thought he said Sibling relationship XD

[@cindyh.6011]

Wait - HIS NAME IS AWESTRUCKVOX? I always thought it was "OstrichVox" since he says it so fast all the time O_o

[@cindyh.6011]

:(

[@xompeii]

Peridot is an asexual icon

[@greyrifterrellik5837]

If Peridot *does* ever fuse, it’s gonna be with Garnet. A: Garnet’s open offer for if Peridot ever decides to see what it’s like. B: *Look at their current goggles; they would form a star, the team’s symbol; this would just be too aesthetically perfect NOT to make use of at some point*

[@yts787]

Five years later, guess what she never fused because of the stupid episode of the marriage💀