Archie #397

A ski lodge setting frames this cheerful 1992 issue as Archie — skis in hand and fully decked out in winter gear — gets asked the cover's playfully self-aware question: "Archie, how come you're not out skiing?" Surrounding him are Betty, Veronica, and Reggie (sporting his crown and a bold yellow scarf), all gathered by a cozy fireplace, making it clear the real attraction is the warm company indoors. Cover pencils by Dan DeCarlo and inks by Alison Flood give the scene that timeless Riverdale warmth, setting up what promises to be a fun winter read with interior work from Stan Goldberg and Mike Esposito.