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Archie 1000 Page Comics Prestige #[nn]

Aug 2023 · Archie · 15.99 USD; 19.99 CAD
“Life's a Ball”

"Life's a Ball" marks a standout moment in Archie's long-running legacy, capturing the gang's signature blend of humor and heart. Written and illustrated by Dan Parent, with inks by Jim Amash and colors by Barry Grossman, this 1000-page prestige issue delivers a lighthearted yet vivid slice of Riverdale life. When Veronica accidentally becomes an internet sensation as "Volleyball Girl" after being hit by a ball during a game with Jughead, she tries to recreate the viral moment—only to find the magic in spontaneity. After stepping away, she joins Betty for a swim, unaware that Jughead’s next phone clip might just be even bigger. The cover, by the Kennedy Bros. with inks by Bob Smith, perfectly captures the playful chaos of the moment.

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writer, artist Dan Parent · inker Jim Amash · colorist Barry Grossman · letterer Teresa Davidson · cover Kennedy Bros, Bob Smith

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writer, artist Dan Parent
inker Jim Amash
cover pencils Kennedy Bros
cover inks Bob Smith

Full plot ⚠ may contain spoilers

▸ Reveal full plot — may contain spoilers

Veronica becomes an internet "Viewtube" sensation as "Volleyball Girl" when she is videoed being clobbered by a volleyball by Jughead. She gives up when a repeat attempt lacks spontaneity and goes for a swim with Betty. In the last panel Jughead is phone filming the next great "Viewtube Video" of a shark fin headed for the girls.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).