The Diamonds (Yellow, Blue, and White) ruled the Gem Empire and oppressed other Gems and planets including Earth, through wars, gem experiments, human zoos, etc.

Rose Quartz (Pink Diamond) led a rebellion to protect Earth, ultimately faking her own shattering. After the war, Steven inherited her legacy and chose to forgive the Diamonds rather than punish them

The sin industry refers to products and services considered morally or socially harmful, such as gambling, alcohol, tobacco, fireworks, and recreational drugs.

"Padayon" is a Visayan term meaning "to continue" or "to move forward," traditionally used as a communal call to persist through hardship.

A full-time activist dedicates their career to social or political causes, handling administrative work for NGOs and independent grassroots organizations, conducting outreach programs, coordinating events, and lobbying on local and national issues at the expense of conventional jobs and upward mobility.