Steven's Shield

One of Steven's defensive Gem powers, alongside his healing.

Steven's Shield is one of the Gem powers of Steven Universe; critics have singled out his shield and his healing as stereotypically defensive powers. In a crossover episode, Uncle Grandpa helps Steven use his Gem powers when he cannot summon his shield.

Quick Facts

First appearance: Gem Glow (Season 1, Episode 1)

Lore & Background

Throughout the series, the shield evolves alongside Steven's understanding of himself and his powers.

Did You Know?

Steven's gemstone, which generates the shield, is embedded in his navel.
The shield is one of Steven's magical abilities that he learns to master over the course of the series' long-term story arcs.
Steven's characterization as a hero is based on traditionally feminine attributes such as empathy and nurturing, which aligns with the shield's role as a protective, rather than offensive, weapon.

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Elsewhere in Steven Universe

Greg Universe · Characters & Gems Jail Break · Characters & Gems The Gem War · History & Mythology The Trial · Episodes & Arcs Alone Together · Episodes & Arcs Rose's Scabbard · Episodes & Arcs

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