" Simon & Marcy " was the last episode to feature Sugar as a storyboard artist . She left after completing the episode in order to create her own series , '' Steven Universe '' . The episode received critical acclaim ; many praised its balance of humor and emotions , as well as its exploration of the Ice King 's character . The episode was viewed by 2.6 million viewers and received a 0.6 rating among adults between the ages of 18 and 49 . The episode was later nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Short-format Animation at the 65th Primetime Emmy Awards , but lost to '' Mickey Mouse '' episode " Croissant de Triomphe "
65th Primetime Emmy Awards
65th Primetime Emmy Awards
Simon & Marcy