Allusions and subtext seems to be staples of SU. Sure, Garnet is a confirmed pairing, but other than that, there have been many other little ship hints here and there. Pearl and Amethyst, Pearl and Garnet, Lapis and Peridot, Garnet and Peridot... There are so many instances where characters are shown to perhaps be a bit more than friends. But in a more recent episode, queerness was taken to a new level! Pearl's blushing and embarrassment around the Mystery Girl has added new fuel to shippers everywhere. Vulture has neat article all about the representation in SU, so check it out at the link!
Steven Universe Is the Queerest Animated Show on TV
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