An excellent episode.
In this episode the gang visits the Department of Archeology. While there Shaggy accidently puts an ancient coin in his pocket. The mummy in there seemingly comes to life and tries to get the coin from Shaggy,
There is a lot to love about this episode. While the mummy may not be the creepiest Scooby villain, but he is definitely a very memorable one. His design is wonderful perfectly combining the spooky and the cartoon-y. Though he doesn't say much his voice is definitely quite memorable as well, especially the way he says "coin." The way he supposedly turns characters to stone adds a good level of suspense. The Department of Archelogy also proves to be a delightful setting for a Scooby mystery. The way it looks at night with the lights off is incredibly atmospheric. The great use of lighting and the beautiful background art makes this episode a treat for the eyes. What really makes this episode stand out is the humor. This is one of the funnier episodes of the original series and there are some true laugh out loud moments here. I especially love the showdown between Scooby and the mummy and Scooby drinking the potions.
This episode's popularity with fans has resulted in it being referenced in a lot of Scooby-Doo stories and collectables. In 1971 the story would be adapted into comic book form under the name of Somebody's Mummy. This story appeared in Gold Key Comics' Scooby Doo... Where Are You! #7. In 2015 there be a LEGO set designed around this episode. With this in mind it is no wonder that there would be a scene recreating this episode in the movie, LEGO Scooby-Doo! Blowout Beach Bash (2017) and a level based off the episode in the 2015 video game, LEGO Dimensions.
This is simply a wonderful episode.
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