Cover: Dan Parent

Archie 3000 #14

Feb 1991 · Archie · 1.00 USD; 1.20 CAD; 0.75 GBP

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In "Oh, Christmas Transporter, Oh, Christmas Transporter," Archie and his friends dive into holiday chaos using the home shopping teleportation network—much to their parents' dismay—only to be stranded when a storm disables the system. With the usual shortcuts gone, they’re forced to navigate the real world of Christmas shopping, while Santa enlists his retired reindeer to keep the gift-giving on track. Written and illustrated by Dan Parent, with cover art by Dan Parent, this 1991 holiday tale blends tech-fueled fun with a nostalgic nod to old-school traditions.

Contains 3 stories

Oh, Christmas Transporter, Oh, Christmas Transporter

11 pp · Humor, Science Fiction, Teen

In "Oh, Christmas Transporter, Oh, Christmas Transporter," Archie and his friends dive into the holiday chaos of the home shopping teleportation network, ditching their parents' rules for a quick, high-tech Christmas haul—until a storm strands them in the real world, forcing a retro shopping spree. With Santa calling on his retired reindeer crew to keep the gift-giving going, the gang discovers the old-fashioned charm of walking the streets, one present at a time.

Squirm Assignment

5 pp · Humor, Science Fiction, Teen

In "Squirm Assignment," Archie 3000 tries to cheat his way through a school report using a brainwave dictation device, only to fall asleep mid-assignment. The machine, running on his unconscious thoughts, spits out a report so bizarre and personal it shocks nearly everyone in class.

Teleportation Troubles!

5 pp · Humor, Science Fiction, Teen

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