Ep 5. Lion 3: Straight to Video / Warp Tour

In the season 2 episode 5 of Steven Universe titled "Lion 3: Straight to Video / Warp Tour," Steven finds a mysterious videotape in Lion's mane. The tape contains a message from his mother, Rose Quartz, who passed away before Steven was born. Steven is excited and confused about the message, as he has always felt a complex mix of adoration and confusion for his mother.

In the first half of the episode, "Lion 3: Straight to Video," Steven watches the tape with his father Greg and the Crystal Gems. The tape shows Rose explaining the importance of Earth and its inhabitants to her and the other Gems. She talks about how she gave up her physical form to give birth to Steven and that the tape was made for him to watch when he is older. Steven gets emotional and has a heartfelt conversation about his feelings with Connie, his human friend who is also learning about the world of Gems.

In the second half, "Warp Tour," the Crystal Gems intercept a message from the Homeworld and discover that the enemy is trying to steal a powerful device from one of the Gem temples on Earth. Steven and the Gems set out to stop them and protect the device. Along the way, Steven learns more about how the Gems work and how their society functions. Together, they discover that the device is connected to the mysterious and elusive Gem, Peridot.

The episode features stunning animation, catchy songs, and a strong emotional core. It emphasizes the importance of communication, trust, and teamwork in relationships, especially between parents and children. "Lion 3: Straight to Video / Warp Tour" also sets up future storylines and character development for Steven and the Gems. It's a must-watch for fans of the show who want to delve deeper into the world of Steven Universe and get to know the characters even better.