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"The Groover" is the twelfth episode of the fifth season of Teen Titans Go!, and the two-hundred-twenty-first overall episode of the series.

Summary[]

Robin takes the Titans on an educational trip to the Grand Canyon.

Plot[]

Dancing into the Titans Tower with a big smile, Robin's definitely looking forward to today's activities. The other four Titans merely stare at him unenthusiastically, even when he announces a trip to the Grand Canyon. Trying to build support, he tells them they'll be hiking, camping, and going in the whitewater. Failing to use context clues, Cyborg mistakes him for referring to the Clinton Whitewater scandal, so Robin clarifies that he meant rafting down the Colorado River (ending with Lava Falls). This doesn't really spark any excitement in the Titans, though... Beast Boy wonders why they'd even want to embark on such a challenge, and Raven explains that Robin's finding activities to temporarily satisfy his useless life. Robin, not denying that, asks the Titans if they really want to waste their one life on the couch, to which the Titans eagerly say yes. Realizing their unbreakable stubbornness, he hits a button that sends the couch blasting through the Titans Tower roof.

As the rocket ship couch lands in the Arizona desert, Robin warmly welcomes the team to the Grand Canyon. After a few seconds of amazement, the Titans head back to their comfy couch. But Robin's not letting them off that easy, though. He's got their whole trip scheduled, hikes, rafting, and everything. Cyborg complains about doing all this just to satisfy Robin's failure life, but it's to no avail. The Titans descend into the canyon, but only Robin's having a good time, as expected. They're parched and over packed (especially pack mule Beast Boy), and Starfire notes the dangerous path ahead. Robin's no baby, though—he confidently walks forward a few steps, only for the path to break underneath him. The Titans watch as his body plummets down the canyon. But, somehow, someway, he survives the death-ensuring drop.

Seven hours later, Robin congratulates the Titans on reaching the bottom of the Grand Canyon, but they look about ready to die. As he goes in to tomorrow's plans, Beast Boy announces that he's gotta go to the bathroom. Robin shows him a portable toilet, the Groover, but he mistakes it for a suitcase, and Starfire more bizarrely mistakes it for a person named "Grover". Robin explains that part of being in the wilderness is doing uncomfortable things, like pooping in a box, but the Titans aren't on board with that idea at all. When Robin announces that he's making tostadas tonight, Raven ends up crying, claiming that she hates everything about this. 

At the next day's sunup, Robin wakes the slumbering for the next adventure: going down the Colorado River. Beast Boy's taken aback though when Robin loads up the Groover, too. No one wants to be riding in a raft alongside a box full of poop, but Robin brings it just in case. As the Titans take off down the river, Robin starts giving the team some info on the rocks surrounding them. His spirit for the layers of sediment is unsettling, to say the least... Raven angrily asks if he'll be blabbering about rock for the whole ride, and to the Titans' anger, he affirms this.

That evening at the campfire, and Robin's looking forward to the trip's climax tomorrow, Lava Falls. Across the camp, Beast Boy and Cyborg are chuckling, both wearing suits and carrying Groovers. The two "business mens" apparently have "business" to attend to, and the carry on with sickening allusions and farting. Starfire can't figure out what they're talking about, but Raven catches on... when the two slosh around their full suitcases, she has to hold back her vomit.

It's day three of the trip, and the Titans are sailing towards the rapids. Robin points towards the Wigleeva, two giant rock pillars that are the legendary guardians of the Havasupai Indian tribe. He enjoys talking about the rich history of the Native Americans, but the Titans digress about the taking of their lands. Robin tries uplifting the conversation, but the four Titans give him a severe guilt trip.

Around afternoon, Starfire, Beast Boy, Cyborg, and Raven are still in a bad mood, but Robin is feeling energized as ever—especially when they come upon Lava Falls. But when the four Titans take a look at the dangerous river-way, they instantly bail on him. Even Robin's feeling a little anxious, but Starfire comforts him, saying that he's still got "Groover" with him. Taking the bull by the horns, Robin braves the rapids, only to be dashed against rocks and nearly drown. Starfire feels they should maybe help him, but Raven says he pretty much deserves it...

Back at the Tower, Robin, who's covered in casts and bandages, admits the trip was dangerous and disgusting and vows to never challenge himself again. After Starfire and Raven congratulate him on having the mindset of a loser, Beast Boy and Cyborg bid the other farewell; holding Groovers, they crack a few more jokes about having some "business" to attend to.

Characters[]

Main Characters

Minor Characters

  • Sea Snail (cameo)
  • Bill Clinton (cameo)
  • Hillary Clinton (cameo)

Trivia[]

  • It seems that this episode tells us that Robin has a vast knowledge on geology and rocks.

Continuity[]

  • Raven is seen unhooded for the 82nd time.
  • This is the second time Beast Boy and Cyborg become businessmen. The first time is in “Career Day”.
    • But unlike the previous time, they’re “selling” discharges rather than actual products like electronic fans or couches...

References[]

  • Cyborg briefly mentions the Whitewater scheme, a 1990s real estate controversy involving the Clinton administration.
    • Both Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary are briefly shown in this episode.
    • Interestingly, in the previous episode, "The Fight", real estate was a reoccurring plot point.
  • The rocks/geological features being mentioned/referenced in this episode are:
    • Hakatai Shale
    • Shinumo Quartzite
    • Unkar
    • Honorable mentions above the Unkar (in ascending order): Tonto, Redwall, Supai and Toroweap.
  • Wigleeva and, most importantly, the Native Indian tribe Havasupai are mentioned frequently.
    • In fact, the Havasupai have a tragic history of losing their land owing to Silver Rush, Santa Fe Railway and Grand Canyon National Park. Fortunately, about 185,000 acres of their land were regained in 1975, and now the tribe has been developing its tourism at Havasupai Indian Reservation.

Errors[]

  • The Titans only had one Groover with them, but when Beast Boy and Cyborg became "businessmen," Cyborg seems to have his own Groover throughout the remainder of the episode.
  • When the Titans ride in the raft for the first time the Groover is not visible, but in the next scene, the Groover appears behind Raven. After Robin explains info about the rocks, the Groover disappears again.

Running Gags[]

  • Beast Boy and Cyborg being "businessmen".
  • Starfire calling the Groover " Mr Grover."
  • Robin telling the other Titans to grab life by the horns.
  • The other Titans hating the trip.
  • Robin making loud drum noises and saying "Lava falls".

Transcript[]

The transcript for "The Groover" can be found here.

Gallery[]

Click here to view more images from The Groover.
The image gallery for The Groover may be viewed here.

v - e - d Episode Guide

Season 1: April 23, 2013 - June 5, 2014
Legendary SandwichPie BrosDriver's EdDog HandDouble TroubleThe DateDude RelaxLaundry DayGhostboyLa Larva de AmorHey Pizza!GorillaGirl's Night OutYou're Fired!Super RobinTower PowerParasiteStarliarMeatball PartyStaff MeetingTerra-izedArtful DodgersBurger vs. BurritoMatchedColors of RavenThe Left LegBooksLazy SundayStarfire the TerriblePower MovesStaring at the FutureNo PowerSidekickCaged TigerSecond ChristmasNose MouthLegsBreakfast CheeseWafflesBe MineOppositesBirdsBrain FoodIn and OutLittle BuddiesMissingUncle JokesMás y MenosDreamsGrandma VoiceReal MagicPuppets, Whaaaaat?

Season 2: June 12, 2014 - July 30, 2015
Mr ButtMan PersonPiratesMoney GrandmaI See YouBrianNatureSalty CodgersKnowledgeSlumber PartyLove MonstersBaby HandsCaramel ApplesSandwich ThiefFriendshipVegetablesThe MaskSerious BusinessHalloweenBoys vs GirlsBody AdventureRoad TripThanksgivingThe Best RobinMouth HoleHot GarbageRobin BackwardsCrazy DaySmile BonesReal Boy AdventuresHose WaterLet's Get SeriousTamaranian VacationRocks and WaterMultiple Trick PonyTruth, Justice and What?Two Bumble Bees and a WaspOil DrumsVideo Game ReferencesCool SchoolKicking a Ball and Pretending to Be HurtHead FruitYearbook MadnessBeast ManOperation Tin ManNeanCampfire StoriesAnd the Award for Sound Design Goes to RobThe HIVE FiveThe Return of SladeMore of the SameSome of Their Parts

Season 3: July 31, 2015 - October 13, 2016
Cat's FancyLeg DayDignity of TeethCroissantSpice GameI'm the SauceHey You, Don't Forget about Me in Your MemoryAccept the Next Proposition You HearThe Fourth Wall40%, 40%, 20%Grube's FairytalesA FarceScary Figure DanceAnimals, It's Just a Word!BBBDAY!Black FridayTwo ParterThe True Meaning of ChristmasSquash & StretchGarage SaleSecret GardenThe Cruel Giggling GhoulHow 'Bout Some EffortPyramid SchemeBeast Boy's St. Patrick's Day Luck, and It's BadThe Teen Titans Go Easter Holiday ClassicBatman v Teen Titans: Dark InjusticeBottle EpisodeFinally a LessonArms Race with LegsObinrayWally TRad Dudes with Bad TudesOperation Dude RescueHistory LessonThe Art of NinjutsuThink About Your FutureTTG v PPGCoconut Cream PiePure ProteinOpen Door PolicyCrazy Desire IslandThe Titans ShowBooty ScootyWho's Laughing NowOregon TrailSnuggle TimeOh Yeah!Riding the DragonThe OverbiteThe Cape

Season 4: October 20, 2016 - June 25, 2018
Shrimps and Prime RibHalloween v ChristmasBooby Trap HouseFish WaterTV KnightTeen Titans Save ChristmasBBSFBDAY!The StreakThe Inner Beauty of a CactusMovie NightBBRAEPermanent RecordTitan Saving TimeThe Gold StandardMaster DetectiveEaster CreepsHand ZombieEmployee of the Month: ReduxThe AvogodoOranginsJinxedBrain PercentagesBL4Z3Hot Salad WaterI Saw You DanceThe Story in Your EyesPlaying Hard to GetThe Night Begins to ShineLicationLabor DayClassic TitansOnes and ZeroesCareer DayTV Knight 2Justice League's Next Top Talent Idol StarThe AcademyCostume ContestThrone of BonesDemon PromThanksgettingThe Self-Indulgent 200th Episode Spectacular!BBCYFSHIPBDAYBeast GirlFlashbackBro-PocalypseMo' Money Mo' ProblemsTV Knight 3

Season 5: June 25, 2018 - April 4, 2020
The Scoop!Chicken in the CradleKaboomsTower RenovationMy Name is JoseThe Power of ShrimpsMonster SquadReal OranginsQuantum FunThe FightThe GrooverJustice League's Next Top Talent Idol Star: Second Greatest Team EditionHow's This for a Special? SpaaaaceBBRBDAYSlapping Butts and Celebrating for No ReasonNostalgia is Not a Substitute for an Actual StoryBusiness Ethics Wink WinkGenie PresidentTall Titan TalesI Used to Be a PeoplesThe Metric System vs FreedomThe ChaffThem Soviet BoysLittle ElvisBooty EggsTV Knight 4Lil' DimplesDon't Be an IcarusStockton, CA!What's Opera TitansForest PiratesThe BergeracSnot and TearsCampfire!What We Learned at CampCommunicate OpenlyRoyal JellyStrength of a Grown ManHad to Be ThereGirls Night InThe Great DisasterThe Viewers Decide

Season 6: October 4, 2019 - May 1, 2021
Butt AtomsTV Knight 5Witches BrewThat's What's Up!Crab ShenanigansBrobotsBrain FlipBeast Boy on a ShelfChristmas CrusadersWe're Off to Get AwardsBat ScoutsWalk AwayRecord BookMagic ManTitans Go CasualRain on Your Wedding DayEgg HuntJustice League's Next Top Talent Idol Star: Justice League EditionMission to Find the Lost StemsDrumsGuitarBassYou're The OneWhere Exactly on the Globe is Carl Sanpedro? - Part 1Where Exactly on the Globe is Carl Sanpedro? - Part 2Where Exactly on the Globe is Carl Sanpedro? - Part 3Where Exactly on the Globe is Carl Sanpedro? - Part 4Ghost With the MostBucket ListTV Knight 6KryptoniteThumb WarToddler Titans…Yay!Baby MouthThe CastSuperhero FeudLucky StarsVarious Modes of TransportationCool UnclesButter WallBBRAEBDAYDon't Press PlayReal ArtJust a Little Patience...Yeah...YeahVillains in a Van Getting GelatoI Am ChairBumgorfThe MugHafo SafoZimdings

Season 7: January 8, 2021 - September 16, 2022
Justice League's Next Top Talent Idol Star: Dance Crew EditionFeed MePig in a PokeP.P.A Little Help PleaseMarv Wolfman and George PérezSpace House - Part 1Space House - Part 2Space House - Part 3Space House - Part 4Cy and BeastyT is for TitansCreative GeniusesManor and MannerismsTrans Oceanic Magical CruisePolly Ethylene and Tara PhthalateEEbowsBatman's Birthday GiftWhat a Boy WondersDoomsday PreppersFat CatsJamDCPepo the PumpkinmanBreakfastCaptain CoolA Doom Patrol ThanksgivingGlunkakakakahControl FreakA Holiday StoryThe DripStandards & PracticesBelly MathFree PerkGo!Finding AquamanWhodundidit?Sweet RevengePorch PiratesA Sticky SituationThe Perfect Pitch?Pool SeasonKyleTV Knight 7We'll Be Right BackJump City RockNatural Gas50% ChadThe Score365!

Season 8: October 7, 2022 -
Welcome to HalloweenThe Great Holiday EscapeLooking For LoveTeen Titans ActionTV Knight 8A Stickier SituationWinning a Golf Tournament Is The Solution to All Of Life's Money ProblemsAlways Be CrimefightingEaster AnnihilationThe Brain of the FamilyArthurToilet WaterPlot HolesUtility BeltOur HouseBeard HunterElasti-BotNew ChumIntroHaunted TankWarner Bros. 100th AnniversaryWishboneChristmas MagicShipCatpin Freak50% CrewFive BucksWild Card

Top of the Titans: April 27, 2018 - July 20, 2018
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