Afterlife with Archie #1
In "Escape from Riverdale: Part One," a fateful accident sends shockwaves through Riverdale when Reggie crashes into Hot Dog, leaving Jughead desperate to save the dog. With help from Sabrina, who defies magical law to resurrect Hot Dog, things spiral out of control—turning the beloved pet into a rabid threat and infecting Jughead with a mysterious illness. As Halloween approaches, Jughead begins to change in ways no one could have predicted. Written by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa and brought to life with haunting visuals by Francesco Francavilla, this first issue of Afterlife with Archie sets a chilling tone with its moody art and eerie atmosphere, all captured in a striking cover by Francavilla.
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When Reggie hits Hot Dog with his car on an October night, Jughead brings him to Sabrina in the hope that she can save him. She decides to break the rules of magic and bring Hot Dog back to life. Unfortunately, the dog returns as a rabid creature and bites Jughead, leading him to contract a strange illness. By Halloween night, Jughead has transformed into a zombie.
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