Ep 1. The Treasure of Grundo

The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin was a popular animated series that originally aired from 1987 to 1988. It followed the adventures of a kind-hearted teddy bear named Teddy Ruxpin and his friends as they went on exciting quests and battled evil forces in the world of Grundo. Season 1 episode 1, titled "The Treasure of Grundo," was the first episode of the series and introduced viewers to the vibrant world of Teddy Ruxpin.

The episode begins with Teddy Ruxpin waking up in his home, which is a tree hollow in the forest of Grundo. He is a curious and adventurous bear who loves to explore the world around him. His best friend, Grubby, is a green caterpillar who he shares his home with. Grubby is excited to go on a treasure hunt with Teddy, and the two set off on their journey.

Teddy and Grubby come across a map that leads them to the treasure of Grundo, which is said to contain a valuable gemstone. They follow the map through the forest until they come to a large tree stump that has a hole in it. Suddenly, an evil bird named Tweeg appears and steals the map. Tweeg is a villainous character who is constantly trying to steal treasure and cause chaos in Grundo.

Teddy and Grubby are determined to get the map back, and they set off to find Tweeg and retrieve it. Along the way, they encounter a variety of wondrous creatures, including a friendly monster named Gimmick and a mysterious hermit named Oblo.

As they get closer to finding Tweeg, Teddy and Grubby realize that the treasure of Grundo isn't just a gemstone - it's something much more valuable. They learn that the true treasure of Grundo is the friends they have made along the way and the adventures they have shared together.

At the end of the episode, Teddy and Grubby confront Tweeg and his partner L.B. They manage to get the map back and discover that the treasure isn't a gemstone, but a seed that can restore life to the barren land of Grundo. Teddy and Grubby plant the seed, and the land begins to flourish with new growth and vitality.

"The Treasure of Grundo" is a heartwarming and exciting episode that sets the stage for the rest of the series. It introduces viewers to the lovable characters and fantastical world of Grundo, while also teaching important lessons about the value of friendship and the true meaning of treasure. Fans of the series will love this first episode and be hooked on the adventures that are yet to come.