Aventurine

* Crystal Gem
* Homeworld

**Aventurine**, an unaligned gem, was once a proud soldier serving under Blue Diamond on Homeworld. She took great pride in her role as a guard, dedicated to protecting Chrysocolla. However, when circumstances left them stranded on an abandoned colony, their bond deepened and love blossomed between them. Together, they embarked on a journey to explore the vast expanse of the galaxy.

## Appearance

Aventurine has olive skin with mint freckles on her face and arms. She has seafoam eyes and plump lips. Her gemstone is located on her epigastrium. She has thick, tea green-white-colored flowing hair. Physique-wise, she is a normal Quartz Gem soldier with a muscular body.

### Pre-regeneration (debut)

She wore a sleeveless, fern green turtleneck bodysuit, with a solar plexus cutout and Blue Diamond insignia on the chest. Her bottoms are a darker pine green, with fern green boots with blue toe caps.

### Post-regeneration (current)

She now wears a pistachio green jacket that is opened around her solar plexus, with a dark green crop top underneath. She has green gloves and darker green boots, with pants that have a pistachio green star.

## Personality

Aventurine is a gem characterized by a unique blend of headstrong determination and a constant battle with low self-esteem. As a Quartz soldier hailing from Homeworld, she embodies an unwavering sense of duty and obedience, following orders with precision and skill. Her commitment to fulfilling her role as a soldier is unyielding, driven by a deep-seated desire to prove her worth and validate her existence in the eyes of her superiors.

Despite her outward display of confidence and determination, Aventurine struggles with an underlying sense of inadequacy due to her status on Homeworld. The societal hierarchy and rigid caste system have left her with a lingering belief that her worth is defined solely by her ability to serve and protect. She constantly seeks validation from her superiors, hoping to find recognition and acceptance for her contributions.

Aventurine's headstrong nature is born out of a fierce determination to prove herself, constantly pushing herself to excel and go above and beyond expectations. She sets high standards for herself and strives to exceed them, often placing immense pressure on her own shoulders. This drive for validation fuels her unwavering dedication to her duties, as she believes that through exceptional performance, she can finally find the acknowledgement she yearns for.

## Abilities

Aventurine possesses standard Gem abilities, bubbling, shapeshifting, fusion, regeneration, agelessness, and superhuman strength/durability.

### Skillset

* **Whip Sword Proficiency:** With her chain sword, Aventurine can utilize both short and long ranged attacks at various angles and make use of the sword's flexible length to extend the reach of her attack such as turning corners to catch enemies off guards, or even entangle her opponents.

### Unique Abilities

* **Spin Dash:** Similar to Jasper and Amethyst, she can rapidly roll in a ball-like shape to attack enemies.
* **Overclock:** A unique ability, she can temporarily gain a ‘power-boost’, vastly increasing physical strength and coordination, but making her much more vulnerable to poofing.

## History

Aventurine, a resilient Homeworld Quartz soldier, faithfully served under Blue Diamond's command as the assigned bodyguard to Chrysocolla. With her unwavering loyalty and formidable combat skills, Aventurine was a fierce protector, committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of her assigned charge.

When the rebellion erupted, chaos ensued, and the majority of Gems evacuated the colony, leaving only Aventurine and Chrysocolla behind. As the years passed, Aventurine remained vigilant, understanding that her mission to protect Chrysocolla superseded everything else. Homeworld had long forgotten about the abandoned colony, and Aventurine realized they were trapped on the planet, cut off from the reach of their former superiors.

Unyielding in her dedication, Aventurine focused her efforts on fulfilling her duty. She became Chrysocolla's unwavering shield, guarding her from any potential threats that may still linger on the planet. Through the solitude and isolation, a unique bond developed between them. Their relationship transformed from one of an elite Gem and her bodyguard to two Gems who saw each other as equals, their connection growing stronger each day.

Free from the constant looming threat of Homeworld, Aventurine and Chrysocolla found solace in each other's company. They shared their hopes, fears, and dreams, discovering a deep emotional connection that transcended their original roles. Aventurine's steadfast loyalty and protective nature blended seamlessly with Chrysocolla's gentle and shy disposition, creating a harmony that only true companionship could bring.

Together, they faced the challenges of their entrapment on the forgotten planet, finding strength in their shared experiences. Aventurine's devotion to Chrysocolla remained unwavering as she dedicated herself not only to protecting her but also supporting her in every endeavor. Their bond blossomed into a profound love, born out of mutual understanding, trust, and the shared journey they had endured.

## Gemology

* Aventurine is a well known quartz variety with the usual quartz formula of SiO2.
* What makes aventurine special is the amount of inclusions it features, giving it a shimmery effect. This effect is known as aventurescence.
* Aventurine is most valuable when green, however it can come in many colors.
* Aventurine can be found in many countries around the world such as Mexico and the United States of America.
* Like other minerals with aventurescence, aventurine is prized for jewelry, being polished usually.
* Aventurine has the Mohs Hardness Scale rating of 7, just like other quartz varieties.
* Aventurine is associated with healing and repairing the nervous system.