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Stan Pines

Cunning con artist with a hidden heart of gold. Stan Pines, also known as Stanley, is a complex character with a troubled past and a deep love for his family.

Character Traits

  • Resourceful and quick-witted
  • Protective of his loved ones
  • Skilled in deception and trickery
  • Secretly sentimental and caring

Role in the Story

Stan Pines plays a crucial role in the Gravity Falls narrative. His actions and decisions, driven by a desire to protect his family and reunite with his brother, set many of the story's events in motion. His complex relationship with his twin brother, Stanford, forms a central part of the series' overarching plot.