Cover: Dan DeCarlo & Rudy Lapick

Archie #232

Feb 1974 · Archie · 0.20 USD

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In "Temptation," Archie's holiday cheer hits a snag when Jughead bets that even the perpetually mischievous Reggie can't resist the spirit of Christmas—though his usual antics suggest otherwise. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with classic flair by artist Harry Lucey, inker Chic Stone, and colorist Barry Grossman, this 1974 slice of Riverdale life captures the season's quiet magic through familiar faces and familiar friction. The cover, by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick, perfectly captures the lighthearted tension of the moment.

Contains 5 stories

Temptation

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeJughead JonesReggie Mantle

In this festive 1974 installment from Archie #232, the holiday season brings out a surprisingly kind side in Reggie, much to Jughead’s disbelief—though Jughead’s not convinced, even if the usual grumpiness is momentarily softened by the spirit of Christmas.

Cleaning Up!

1 pp · Humor, Children

Li'l JinxCharley Hawse

Snow Day

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeJughead JonesReggie MantleWaldo WeatherbeeGeraldine GrundyMiss BeazlyDilton DoilyMoose MasonFred AndrewsMary Andrews

When a sudden snowstorm rolls in, Archie and the gang ignore the radio warning and stay behind at Riverdale High—only to realize too late that school’s been canceled. Trapped inside with no way out, they’re forced to make the most of a snowy day they never planned for.

Shopper Comes a Cropper

6 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsBetty CooperVeronica LodgeReggie Mantle

The Giving Game

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Archie AndrewsBetty CooperReggie MantlePop Tate

Archie’s fuming over a measly Christmas gift from Reggie, but when Betty suggests he vent his frustration on her—pretending she’s Reggie—things get hilariously out of hand. With a mix of playful deception and teen-sized grudges, the joke takes a turn neither of them expected.