Gender-swapping 'Gravity Falls' characters is such a fun creative exercise! For Dipper, imagine a female version—maybe named 'Daisy'—who retains his curiosity and awkwardness but with a more tomboyish vibe. Her hat could be a beanie instead of a cap, and she'd still obsess over journals, just with a slightly different style. Mabel as a boy ('Mason' feels too on-the-nose, so perhaps 'Max') would keep the glitter and sweaters but with a chaotic, boyish energy—like a tiny rainbow tornado. Stan could become 'Stella,' a gruff but glamorous con artist with the same sleazy charm, and Soos as 'Susan' would be just as lovably dim but with a mechanic’s jumpsuit tied around her waist. Wendy’s male counterpart ('Wade'?) could be the cool, flannel-clad older guy who’s secretly a softie. The best part? Their personalities wouldn’t need to change much—it’s all about how their quirks translate to a different gender. I’d love to see fanart of this!
For the side characters, Pacifica as a snobby rich boy ('Preston'?) would be hilarious, especially if he still had that hidden vulnerability. Gideon could be 'Gwendolyn,' a tiny, manipulative girl with ringlets and a vendetta. Even Bill Cipher could get a twist—maybe a more androgynous, sinister jester vibe. The show’s humor and heart would stay intact, just with fresh dynamics. It’s wild how small tweaks can make familiar characters feel new again. I might doodle some of these later!