All at Once
I wanted to explore what it would be like if Opal, Sugilite, and Sardonyx could somehow interact with each other. This was going to be just a one shot, but then I thought about doing something a little different. I decided to go with a play like format. Anyway, hope you enjoy!
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Chapter 1 – Introductions
(Open on a pure white room. This room exists in an alternate plane of existence where impossible things can happen. Opal, Sugilite, and Sardonyx are sitting in chairs in a semi-circle. Opal is looking very relaxed, her eyes closed, and a slight smile on her face. Sugilite looks quite irritated, like she'd rather be anywhere else right now. Sardonyx is prepping herself as if she is getting ready to appear on television. None of the three look at or even acknowledge each other. Suddenly, Sugilite stomps her foot.)
Sugilite: Ugh! I'm so BORED! When is this thing going to happen? If something doesn't happen soon, then I'm leaving!
Sardonyx: (Chuckling) Come now, Sugilite, darling! Have a little patience! You don't see Opal over there complaining, do you?
(They both look over at Opal, who still has her eyes closed. Sugilite, looking skeptical, turns back to Sardonyx.)
Sugilite: I'm pretty sure Opal has completely forgotten why we're even here. (Checks Opal carefully.) Or fell asleep.
Sardonyx: (Pause) Oh! Oh ho ho ho! Dear Opal! You must wake up! The show will start any minute, darling!
Opal: (Opening her eyes and looking over at the two) I was only closing my eyes for a moment. I do remember why we're here. It's because Steven wanted to do something with the thing in the place where the stuff happens.
(Before Sugilite can make a snarky comment, Steven falls in from out of nowhere. Before he can hit the ground, Opal reaches out and gently catches him. Steven sits up and stares at the three of them with stars in his eyes.)
Steven: Wow! I can't believe you three are here all at once! How is that even possible?!
Sardonyx: Oh ho ho ho! We choose not question this strange metaphysical plane of existence.
Sugilite: We won't ask if you don't.
(Opal sets Steven down on the ground. Steven walks over so he is standing in front of the three. He smiles up at them.)
Steven: Well, since we're all here together, I thought it would be great for us to do something special that we couldn't normally do! (Muttering) Seeing how it's normally impossible for all three of you to exist at once.
Sugilite: (Excitedly) We're gonna fight each other?! I would enjoy that! For the record, I'm going to win.
Steven: (Hastily) No, no! I thought it would be neat if you guys could answer some questions! You know, like a Q&A! And we can make it into a show!
Sardonyx: I'm always up for a good show! And people love a good Q&A! Oh ho ho ho! Go on and ask me anything, darling!
Sugilite: Only if I get to smash something afterwards!
(Steven smiles, with stars in his eyes. He quickly reaches into his pocket, pulling out cards where he has written some questions down. As he does, Sardonyx claps her hands and the room changes to that of a talk show studio. Opal, Sugilite, and Sardonyx are now sitting together on a large couch and Steven is in a handsome show host tuxedo. As Steven gawks at his new environment, Sardonyx smiles down at him.)
Sardonyx: Do an intro, Steven! Introduce us to your audience!
Opal: It's only courteous.
Steven: Oh right! (Turns to face the invisible audience.) (Nervously) Uh, hello everyone! And uh, welcome to our show!
Sardonyx: (Excitedly) And what is the show called?
Steven: (Nervously) Um, welcome to our show called, uh… (Thinks for a moment, then brightens) "All at Once!"
(Opal claps politely while Sardonyx enthusiastically applauds. Sugilite simply looks bored and annoyed. The unseen audience applauds wildly. Steven grins for a moment before turning back to the fusions.)
Steven: Today we have some very special guests: the fusions! These guys are all fusions of the Crystal Gems! Here we have Opal! (Gestures to Opal who smiles and waves politely) She's the fusion of Pearl and Amethyst! And next to her is the super strong Sugilite!
Sugilite: You know that's right, baby! (Cracks knuckles and flexes muscles.)
Steven: She's the fusion of Garnet and Amethyst! And finally we have Sardonyx! She's the fusion of Garnet and Pearl!
Sardonyx: And arguably the best! Oh ho ho ho!
(Sugilite gives her an annoyed glare. Steven ignores it and flips through his cards.)
Steven: All right! Time for the first question! This question is for all of you! (Clears throat) What was it like when you fused for the first time?
Opal: I'll answer first. When Pearl and Amethyst fused for the first time, Rose Quartz was still around, and they were much closer. They didn't fight as much. Though, I can't really remember the reason why we fused. I think it had something to do with Garnet?
Sugilite: It was great when I first fused! I was so strong! Of course, I'm even stronger than I was then, but boy it was great to smash things! It's like I always say: when in doubt, SMASH THINGS!
Sardonyx: Oh Sugilite, you're so single minded!
Sugilite: (Grumbling) I am not…
Sardonyx: Anyway, when Pearl and Garnet first fused into me, I knew I was special. Special enough that I always get the job done in the most efficient way possible! Ho! Ho! I also made sure not to over stay my welcome. (She says this last part in an exaggerated voice. Sugilite glares at her and looks ready to murder.)
Steven: (Chuckling) All right! Let's move on to the next question! (Shuffles through note cards) Ah, here's a question! What was your favorite mission?
Sugilite: That's easy! That would be when I destroyed the communication hub! Remember, little man? That's when we first met!
Steven: (Excitedly) Oh yeah! I remember that! That was awesome the way your flail smashed through all those pillars! (Mimics Sugilite smashing things)
Sugilite: (Laughing) You got that right, baby!
Opal: I'm also quite partial to when we met. The way you got Pearl and Amethyst to get along long enough to fuse into me. And those birds were quite easy to take out. (In a low voice) Though, it is a little embarrassing how I forgot the reason we went to the Sky Spire in the first place.
Sardonyx: Well my favorite mission has to be when I met Smoky Quartz for the first time! If you want to call it a mission! Oh ho ho ho! It was so lovely meeting them and getting to know them! What a wonderful time that was!
(Steven looks at his watch, which he is now wearing and gasps.)
Steven: It's time for a commercial break! When we come back, we'll have even more questions for these three, and maybe even some viewer questions! Stay tuned for that!
(As the imaginary audience applauds, and Steven grins wildly, Opal looks around.)
Opal: Who is he talking to?
That's where I'll end this chapter. I hope you all like it! Obviously none of this is cannon, but if you, my readers have a question for any of the three, leave it in a comment and maybe your questions will end up here!
Obviously this is just for fun, so don't take it too seriously. I also hope you all think I have the fusions relatively in character. And how do you like the way this is written? Please let me know! Constructive criticism is welcome!