[s1e15] The Deep End [ UPDATED ]

The end credits cryptically feature the "Vigenère cipher" for the first time in the series.

The Pines family visits the Gravity Falls Pool on the hottest day of the year. [S1E15] The Deep End

This episode introduces Mermando, who reappears in later episodes via Mabel’s scrapbook. The end credits cryptically feature the "Vigenère cipher"

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). rule-obsessed head lifeguard

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 .