: Shaggy and Scooby frequently encounter the "monster" and are chased through various settings, often using comedic antics and disguises to evade capture.
While following a "strictly formulaic" approach, this incarnation is noted for having more complex mysteries and introducing new members of Scooby’s family: The Scooby-Doo Show
: Once caught, the monster is revealed to be a human in a costume—typically a local person using the legend to hide criminal activities like theft or land grabs. : Shaggy and Scooby frequently encounter the "monster"
: A monster or ghost is introduced, often terrorizing a local community or business. The storyline of (1976–1978) follows the classic formula
The storyline of (1976–1978) follows the classic formula of the Mystery Inc. gang traveling in the Mystery Machine to solve purportedly supernatural mysteries . The Core Formula Each episode typically follows a structured sequence: