Ep 10. Onion Gang
- TVPG
- September 15, 2016
- 11 min
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6.5 (1,067)
Steven Universe season 5 episode 10, titled “Onion Gang”, focuses on Steven’s interactions with a group of children in the town of Beach City. Steven, who often acts as a protector of the town, spends his day off hanging out with Onion and his group of friends.
Onion is a curious, mischievous character who is often seen getting into trouble around town. As Steven spends time with Onion and his friends, he learns more about each of their unique personalities. Together, they explore an abandoned building, play games, and share stories.
Throughout the episode, Steven struggles to connect with the kids on a deeper level. Despite his best efforts to befriend the group, he senses a wall between himself and the others. As he spends more time with them, however, he begins to understand their passions and grievances.
One of the highlights of “Onion Gang” is the introduction of a new character named Soup. Despite being physically limited, Soup is shown to be both intelligent and cunning. Steven and Soup engage in a creative battle of wits, with each character trying to outsmart the other.
As the day progresses, Steven begins to realize that Onion and his friends have their own lives and concerns outside of his own experiences. He learns to listen to their experiences and perspectives, making him a better protector of Beach City in the long run.
“Onion Gang” also features a great deal of humor and heartwarming moments. The episode shows that even a hero like Steven can benefit from spending time with his friends and learning from their unique perspectives.
The music in “Onion Gang” is also noteworthy, featuring a range of styles from upbeat pop to more subdued instrumentals. The score does an excellent job of capturing the youthful energy and spirit of the episode.
Overall, “Onion Gang” is a fun, light-hearted episode with valuable lessons about empathy and the importance of understanding others. It showcases the diverse and lively characters that make Beach City such an enjoyable setting, while also showcasing the growth of our beloved protagonist, Steven.