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General Info

Faction Name	Homeworld Gems

The Homeworld Gems are a fascinating faction of the Steven Universe universe. Hailing from the gem house world, its members are elitist, domineering, and maintain a strict hierarchy. Operating under a strict social structure, they are an intergalactic collective of aliens made up of gem-distinguished factions. This basically drives the difference between the factions, as each is tied to specific traits, powers, and abilities that sync with their respective gems. Homeworld gems are at the top of this social pyramid and are considered powerful leaders and dictators. With many allies and enemies alike, their main conflict revolves around the Crystal Gems for their rebellious stance against homeworld ideologies. Each unique character adds an extra layer of intrigue, drama and depth to the story, making the Homeworld Gems faction the perfect combination of strength, brilliance, variety and complexity.

Overview

The Homeworld Gems are an important group in the multidimensional story of Steven Universe. Hailing from the homeworld of the Gems, an off-screen location often referenced throughout the series, these alien characters bring an enticing mix of conflict, history and diversity to the incredibly colorful world of this animation.
These creatures form a complex, strictly hierarchical society, completely separate from Earth. Members range from common workers like Pearls to aristocratic and authoritative beings like Sapphires and Diamonds. Above the head, four diamonds - white, yellow, blue and pink (the alter ego of the series character Steven) reign and control many colonies in space. Each homeworld gem is uniquely endowed with a certain supernatural ability dependent on the gem, and is non-biological in nature, originating from the depths of the planets they conquer. Homeworld's story explores themes of colonialism and authoritarian leadership, providing a stark contrast to the egalitarian principles of the Earth Stones. As such, Steven Universe's Homeworld Gems embodies a compelling juxtaposition that drives the show's plot, bridging the personal with the political, creating a heart-wrenching and thought-provoking saga.

History

The Homeworld Gems, one of the main factions in the Steven Universe universe, trace their historical roots to a time before the formation of our planet. These galactic conquerors originated on the planet Homeworld, a society ruled only by gems.
Homeworld's caste system assigned specific roles and responsibilities to each gem. Diamonds – white, yellow, blue and especially pink – were at the top of this hierarchy and reigned with unquestionable authority. During those early eras, the Homeworld gems expanded their dominion over space, colonizing planet after planet, including Earth. About 6,000 years ago, the fortunes of the Homeworld gems changed dramatically. While colonizing Earth, Rose Diamond developed a deep love for the planet, leading to the birth of a new character named Rose Quartz. This was a turning point in Homeworld history as Rose, along with several other Gems, formed the Crystal Gems, a faction dedicated to bringing down the Imperial expanse of Homeworld and protecting Earth.
The ensuing rebellion, known as the Gem War, resulted in the supposed defeat of Pink Diamond and marked the first significant Gem defeat on Homeworld. After the war, Earth was placed in quarantine, and the gems of Homeworld returned home to a sense of loss and defeat. The Homeworld Gems subsequently evolved both technologically and socially. The introduction of Era 3, led by Steven Universe, formerly known as Pink Diamond, started a new chapter of Homeworld where all the Gems of Homeworld society could choose their own path without the constraints of the caste system.
The history of the homeworld gems is really a story of evolution, marked by conquests, rebellions, defeats, and ultimately the pursuit of freedom and social and political change. It represents the universal journey of self-discovery and the value of individual choice.

Notable Members

Member #

Yellow Diamond

Blue Diamond

White Diamond

Pink Diamond (formerly)

Spinel

Emerald

Hessonite

Pyrope

Demantoid

Nephrite

Aquamarine

Topaz

Zircon

Ruby

Sapphire

Pearl

Peridot

Lapis Lazuli

Jasper

Bismuth (formerly)

Rose Quartz (formerly)

Geography

The Homeworld Gems faction in the vast universe of Steven Universe originates from the Gem Homeworld, a distant Cosmopolitan-like planet. The homeworld structures are essentially divided into districts based on caste, each of which is tailored to a unique gem. The epitome of complete order and system, almost everything on the Gem Homeworld is influenced by planetary mechanisms. State-of-the-art first-class nurseries train newly grown gems and emphasize developing their skills.
An important location is the control center of the Diamond Authority, the capital and administrative center of Homeworld. Other notable topographies include the Reef, a place where damaged gems can be repaired, and the Human Zoo, a space station to observe the behavior of humans abducted from Earth. Despite being light-years away from Earth, the Homeworld Gems make frequent visits, usually for colonization purposes, but always encounter the Crystal Gems. With advanced technology, massive structures, and a strict hierarchy, the geocultural identity of the Homeworld Gems makes for a rather intriguing aspect of Steven Universe history to explore.

Legacy and Impact

Throughout the hit animated series Steven Universe, the Homeworld Gems have been a major influence on the story and character development. Their culture, class structure, and ideology are ingrained elements that greatly shaped the series' story and themes.
The Homeworld Gems represent an authoritarian society with rigid norms and caste roles, a recurring theme in social and political stories. Through these alien characters, the series cleverly alludes to the racial discrimination, identity crisis, and social pressures inherent in real societies. Their colonization process is a metaphor for destructive imperialism, teaching the public about the negative consequences of such actions. Additionally, the Homeworld Gems storyline, which reconciles with the Crystal Gems' ideologies, preaches ideas of acceptance, adaptation, and overcoming prejudice. Their legacy on the show ultimately becomes one of change, resilience, and redemption. Ultimately, the journey of the homeworld gems paves the way for understanding and respect, complements the Steven Universe timeline, and highlights the importance of empathy and love.