Cover: Stan Goldberg

Archie #196

Dec 1969 · Archie · 0.15 USD

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In "Scent of Success," Archie stumbles upon a surprising twist: Cricket O'Dell’s uncanny ability to track wealth isn’t just about money—it extends to pinpointing the location of anyone with a fortune. With Archie eager to find Veronica using this odd talent, Dilton steps in, urging a more scientific approach, but his warnings fall on deaf ears. Written by Frank Doyle and illustrated by Harry Lucey, with a cover by Stan Goldberg, this 1969 classic blends humor and heart in a story where even the most unusual talents can lead to unexpected consequences.

Contains 5 stories

Scent of Success

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsDilton DoileyCricket O'DellHiram Lodge

In "Scent of Success," Archie gets a whiff of something new when he learns Cricket O'Dell can track the scent of wealth—and not just money, but the people who have it. With Dilton urging caution and a lab coat, Archie convinces Cricket to help him follow the trail to Veronica, hoping a little nose-to-nose pursuit might just lead to a little more than just a date.

The Image

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsVeronica LodgeReggie Mantle

Cruel World

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie Andrewsun-named kidsMiss Quote

Don't Call Me

1 pp · Humor, Children

The Magic Garden

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsVeronica LodgeJughead JonesMr. LodgeSmithers

When Veronica refuses to let Jughead attend her garden party, Archie hatches a plan to sneak him in—disguising his best friend as the mysterious magician "Mysto, the Magnificent Master of Mystery and Magic." The chaos unfolds as Jughead’s natural clumsiness clashes with the act, turning the party into a whirlwind of misdirection and mayhem.