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: The episode establishes that while Gems do not age and are functionally immortal, they can still be hurt or killed.

: The Gems’ desperate attempts to help Steven realize his youth—including Garnet frantically shaking him while crying—eventually help him feel like a child again, reversing the aging process. Reception and Impact [S1E13] So Many Birthdays

: Fans often cite this as a turning point where the series transitioned from a "slice-of-life" cartoon into something with much heavier emotional stakes. : The episode establishes that while Gems do