A few words on this lovely lady

Some of you might be aware that this extraordinarly beautiful fusion is, quite obviously, visually based on Revolutionary Girl Utena. Specifically, our two main leads, Anthy and Utena.

This is incredibly interesting for two reasons. One, Rebecca Sugar has stated that Revolutionary Girl Utena was a huge influence on her. To the point where Pearl draws heavy inspiration from the title character Utena.

So the fact that her fusion with Pink Pearl resembles Anthy and Utena, draws a connection between Pink and Anthy. And, when you look at both Pearl and Pink, you can see the connection!

(WARNING: MASSIVE UTENA SPOILERS UNDER THE CUT)

One acted as a friend and confidante to a being of great power.

Only to end up in pain and suffering due to their selfishness.

All the while, continuing to subject themselves to it, for the love of the person they once were.

While the other formed a deep love for the same person, viewing them as their savior.

But their savior turned out to be not what they seemed

Leaving both girls deeply hurting, and at a loss for what to do. Until they find each other. Find someone who’s hurting just as they are. It’s only then, when their preconceived notions of the world, their idol, and themselves are shattered, than they can learn to heal.

And to love.