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Grunkle Stan character portrait

Grunkle Stan

Gruff but lovable great-uncle and owner of the Mystery Shack. Stanley Pines, known as "Grunkle Stan" to Dipper and Mabel, is a complex character with a hidden past and a heart of gold.

Character Traits

  • Cunning and resourceful
  • Protective of his family
  • Skilled con artist with a secret soft side
  • Determined and resilient

Role in the Story

Grunkle Stan plays a pivotal role in the Gravity Falls narrative. As the owner of the Mystery Shack, he introduces Dipper and Mabel to the strange world of Gravity Falls. His mysterious past and hidden agenda drive much of the overarching plot, especially in relation to his twin brother, Stanford.