Archie #556
In "The Study Buddy," Archie tries to impress a girl organizing a clothing drive by going all out—only to accidentally donate some of the Lodge family’s finest formal wear. The mix-up makes headlines, turning Mr. Lodge into a laughingstock when the press claims he’s scavenging castoffs meant for the less fortunate. Written by Bill Golliher and brought to life with classic flair by Stan Goldberg (pencils) and Bob Smith (inks), this 2005 issue captures Archie’s trademark charm and misadventures in a story that’s equal parts humor and heart. The cover by Goldberg and Smith perfectly captures the moment’s awkward tension.
Archie teams up with Dilton Doiley to boost his grades, turning their study sessions into a surprisingly effective — if wildly distracted — partnership. As Archie’s report card improves, Dilton finds himself oddly drawn to the same distractions that once derailed his friend’s focus.
Archie tries to impress a girl running a clothing drive by donating his old clothes—only to accidentally hand over some of the Lodge family’s finest dresswear. The mix-up makes headlines, turning Mr. Lodge into an unlikely punchline when the press claims he’s scavenging for hand-me-downs.
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Reprinted in Archie Comics Digest #263 (2010), Archie 1000 Page Comics Digest #[nn] (2013), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #27 (2013), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #29 (2013), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #250 (2014), World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #87 (2019), Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #319 (2021)
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