Ep 5. The Tar Monster

The Scooby-Doo Show season 3 episode 5, named "The Tar Monster," follows the beloved Mystery Inc. gang as they travel to a small coastal town, only to discover that a mysterious tar monster is terrorizing the area. The group is tasked with helping the town's mayor, who is at a loss as to how to deal with the creature, and they quickly set to work trying to uncover what or who is behind the monster's appearance.

As they begin their investigation, the gang learns that the tar monster has been haunting the town for quite some time, scaring off tourists and locals alike. They discover strange footprints leading away from the monster's appearances and decide to follow them, hoping they might find some clues as to who is responsible for the creature's creation.

Along the way, the gang meets numerous colorful characters who may or may not be involved in the tar monster's appearance, including a scientist who is studying tar pits in the area, a reclusive old man who lives in a nearby lighthouse, and a suspicious-looking boat captain who seems to be hiding something.

Despite several close calls with the tar monster, the gang remains determined to solve the mystery and unmask the villain behind the creature's appearances. As they get closer to uncovering the truth, they find themselves caught up in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, with the villain doing everything in their power to stop them from unraveling the truth.

In the end, the gang is able to not only catch the culprit responsible for the tar monster but also help the town overcome its fears and start to rebuild. With plenty of thrills, humor, and classic Scooby-Doo hijinks, "The Tar Monster" is an exciting and engaging episode that is sure to delight fans of the beloved animated series.