Archie #517
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Santa's Helper Part One," Archie takes on a heartfelt mission when the older Santa hands him a token marked "care," urging him to truly connect with children during the holiday season. As Archie spreads cheer, he’s surprised to learn that the downtown store—once a place of magic—hasn’t seen a Santa or a toy department in years, though the mall still has its own festive spirit. Written by Greg Crosby and brought to life with warm, classic flair by Stan Goldberg (art), Bob Smith (inks), Barry Grossman (color), and Bill Yoshida (letters), this holiday tale captures the quiet magic of giving, with a cover by Goldberg and Smith that perfectly captures the season’s spirit.
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The older Santa tells Archie that he must project warmth and show the children that he really cares about them. To help him remember, Santa gives Archie a token marked "care." After that Archie does a wonderful job with the children, but when he visits the downtown store to see his older friend, he learns that the store hasn't had a Santa Claus, or a toy department, for many years. The manager assures him, though, that there's a wonderful Santa at the mall.
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