The intimidating antagonist of the episode who runs the pool like a drill sergeant.
The end credits cryptically feature the "Vigenère cipher" for the first time in the series. [S1E15] The Deep End
The episode explores (Mabel giving up her "first kiss" to give Mermando CPR/oxygen) and the folly of obsession (Dipper’s pursuit of Wendy and Stan’s pursuit of the chair). The intimidating antagonist of the episode who runs
Grunkle Stan spends the entire day trying to secure a prized lounge chair, leading to a relentless prank war with a local child. 🔑 Key Characters Grunkle Stan spends the entire day trying to
Dipper takes a job as an assistant lifeguard to be closer to Wendy. However, he is forced to work under the strict, rule-obsessed head lifeguard, Mr. Poolcheck .
This episode introduces Mermando, who reappears in later episodes via Mabel’s scrapbook.
A lonely, Spanish-accented merman who was accidentally caught and placed in the pool.