The episode features the debut of Sugilite (voiced by guest star Nicki Minaj), the fusion of Garnet and Amethyst.

[1] After witnessing the power of Sugilite, Steven becomes obsessed with becoming stronger, to the distress of Pearl, who believes he mistakes brute force for "real" strength.

Reveling in her immense size and strength, Sugilite begins recklessly smashing the pillars of the antenna with her giant, wrecking-ball–like flail.

When they mock how much Steven is making of a tiny cut, he proposes that they all need to become stronger, and enlists his father Greg (Tom Scharpling) to build a makeshift gym on the beach.

As Lars, Sadie, and Greg begin their workout, Pearl sings the song "Strong in the Real Way", lamenting Steven's admiration of Sugilite's brute strength and hoping she herself can be a more positive role model for him.

The episode features the song "Strong in the Real Way", performed by Deedee Magno Hall (as Pearl) and Zach Callison (as Steven), composed by series creator Rebecca Sugar.