Mystic - The Tides (S1E4)

Issie looks for Mystic on a remote beach and finds buried treasure, which could be connected to her visions. And secrets are revealed when she and Caleb get trapped together on the beach.
| Runtime (min) | 28 |
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| Air Date | 2020-08-04 |
| Genres | Family, Drama, Action & Adventure |
| Network(s) | CBBC |
Storyline
Issie ventures to a remote beach in search of Mystic, who has gone missing. During her search, she discovers what appears to be buried treasure hidden in the sand. This unexpected find seems to connect directly to the mysterious visions she has been experiencing, suggesting a deeper link between her present circumstances and events from the past.
While on the beach, Issie and Caleb become trapped together as the tide comes in, forcing them to wait for rescue. The isolation and tension of their situation lead to honest conversations, and secrets that have been kept hidden finally come to light. The episode explores how the buried treasure might unlock answers to Issie's visions while also developing the relationship dynamics between the characters through their forced proximity and resulting revelations.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about the importance of honesty and open communication in relationships. When Issie and Caleb are trapped together, they are forced to have difficult conversations and share secrets they have been keeping. Young viewers can see how withholding information from friends can create distance and misunderstanding, while being truthful—even when it is uncomfortable—can strengthen bonds and build trust.
The episode also demonstrates problem-solving under pressure and staying calm in unexpected situations. When the tide traps them on the beach, the characters must think clearly and work together rather than panic. Children learn that challenging circumstances can sometimes create opportunities for growth and deeper connection with others.
Additionally, the storyline encourages curiosity and the value of following through on mysteries. Issie's determination to find Mystic and her willingness to investigate her visions show children that persistence and courage can lead to important discoveries and answers to questions that matter to them.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| Is there anything scary when Issie and Caleb get trapped on the beach? | The trapped-on-the-beach scenario creates tension rather than outright fear. The rising tide and isolation build suspense, but the episode focuses more on the emotional conversations between the characters than on physical danger. The situation is resolved safely, and the tone remains appropriate for the show's tween audience without becoming genuinely frightening. |
| What kind of secrets are revealed between Issie and Caleb? | The secrets revealed during their time trapped together relate to personal feelings and information the characters have been withholding from each other. The conversations are age-appropriate and focus on trust and honesty in friendships. The revelations help move their relationship forward and create better understanding between them, modeling healthy communication for young viewers. |
| How does the buried treasure connect to Issie's visions? | The treasure Issie discovers appears to be a tangible link to the mysterious visions she has been experiencing throughout the season. The find suggests that her visions are connected to real historical events or people from the past. This discovery helps validate her experiences and moves the larger mystery of the series forward, giving her concrete evidence to investigate further. |
| Is Mystic found safe in this episode? | The episode centers on Issie's search for Mystic on the remote beach, and while her primary mission is to locate the missing horse, the discovery of the treasure and the situation with Caleb shift the focus. The episode balances the concern for Mystic with the other plot developments, maintaining the ongoing thread of their special bond throughout the storyline. |
| Are there any romantic elements between Issie and Caleb? | The forced proximity and honest conversations between Issie and Caleb do create moments of emotional closeness that may hint at developing feelings. However, the show handles any romantic undertones in an age-appropriate way suitable for its tween audience. The emphasis remains on building trust, sharing secrets, and strengthening their friendship rather than on explicit romantic content. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Londoner Issie’s boring new life in New Zealand suddenly gets exciting when she encounters a frightened horse running through the wilderness. |
| 1 | 2 | Issie discovers that rescue horse Blaze has life-threatening injuries. When Tom insists that Blaze is impossible to tame and can't be saved, Issie refuses to give up on her. |
| 1 | 3 | At the stables' Family Fun Day, the kids compete with rivals Dulmoth Park. Issie's visions become hard to ignore and her reckless behaviour endangers her future at the stables. |
| 1 | 4 | Issie looks for Mystic on a remote beach and finds buried treasure, which could be connected to her visions. And secrets are revealed when she and Caleb get trapped together on the beach. |
| 1 | 5 | Issie attends a party at the local marae and humiliates herself by taking her revenge against Natasha too far. Meanwhile, Dan's grandmother may hold the key to Issie's shipwreck vision. |
| 1 | 6 | Issie gets a new vision of Mystic running through the forest along an old railway track and wonders if this might be the clue that will lead her to Blaze's herd. After some encouragement, Issie decides to ride out on Blaze to find the tracks, and Caroline, Caleb, Dan and Natasha join her on the mission. As they journey deeper into the forest, past their favourite swimming hole, the kids make a series of bewildering discoveries and eventually realise they're completely and utterly lost. With one of the gang's future ambitions at stake, they face a race against time to ... |
| 1 | 7 | Issie rides Blaze in the Cross-Country Trials against rivals Dulmoth Park - but is Caroline really fit enough to compete? And who spooked Blaze right before Issie's ride? |
| 1 | 8 | A storm sees the kids staying over at the stables, Natasha takes a chance in her friendship with Dan, Issie discovers the truth about Hexronn and the gang launch a campaign. |
| 1 | 9 | Hexron tries to get Kauri Point's support at the council meeting. Izzie is publicly shamed when her hard past is revealed. Kauri Point relationships are all strained. |
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