Archie Archives #1

Archie’s quick to boast to Betty, the new girl in town, that he can do anything—until she puts him to the test at the local carnival. When a missing tightrope walker is needed, Betty confidently volunteers Archie, leading to a hilariously awkward performance.

In "Danger: Thin Ice," Archie and Betty’s icy mishap at Plug Pond leads to an unexpected afternoon at Betty’s house, where Archie’s attempt to hide from Mr. Cooper backfires when he grabs the man’s suit to cover up—only to swap it later for a magician’s trick outfit. The mix-up sets off a series of comically awkward moments as Archie tries to stay hidden, all while the suit’s strange magic starts to complicate things.

In "The Play Goes to the Dogs," Archie, Betty, and Jughead scramble to find a canine star for their school’s production of *Uncle Tom’s Cabin*, leading them to accidentally free a whole kennel of dogs from the dog catcher’s car. When the play hits the stage, a stray dog spots Mrs. Grundy’s hat in the audience and makes a dramatic leap—sending chaos erupting through the theater and sending the Mayor tumbling into the staged "river."

In "The Basketball Blunder," Archie faces a last-minute challenge: play in the big game only if he passes his history exam. Meanwhile, Jughead’s mix-up with the team’s trunks sends the squad scrambling—uniforms tangled with ballet dresses. When Archie finally hits the court in the fourth quarter, chaos unfolds in the most unexpected way, leading to a moment that could change everything.

Archie’s jalopy is draining his wallet, so he turns it into a makeshift taxi—only to accidentally transport the new principal from the train station to the countryside, where a series of misadventures lead to a train collision and a grueling 17-mile walk back to Riverdale. The next day at school, Archie realizes just how big a mess he’s made.

In "Veronica Makes the Scene," Archie’s attempt to impress Veronica backfires in the best way possible when he learns she’s the kind of girl who only goes to fancy spots—like the El Crocadero. To afford the date, he takes a job there, only to realize too late that’s exactly where she wants to go. The story unfolds with all the charm and comedic timing fans expect, as Archie tries to juggle his apron and his heart.

In "Trip to Bear Mountain," Archie’s attempt to join the Philomathian club backfires when he accidentally injures Mr. Weatherbee, landing himself a ban from the class boat ride. With Jughead’s mischievous encouragement, Archie sneaks onto the trip—knowing full well that Mr. Weatherbee never misses a ride, and now he’s got to stay hidden while navigating the chaos of a school outing gone sideways.

In "Archie for Class President!", Archie finds himself unexpectedly nominated after Betty's outburst at an assembly. Trying to dodge the spotlight, he pleads with the class not to vote for him—only to learn from his psychology teacher that such a plea might backfire. With a mouth full of candy and a speech that sounds suspiciously like Mr. Weatherbee’s, Archie ends up winning the election in the most unorthodox way possible.

Archie’s summer job at Camp Pecan Grove quickly goes off the rails—lifeguarding, horseback riding, and even hiking all end in chaos. When he gets lost in the woods, he stumbles upon an all-girls camp, and to avoid being spotted by their head counselor, he’s forced to blend in by dressing as a girl and joining their activities.

Archie finds himself thrust into the spotlight when a series of mishaps at the airport land him on a congressional committee—unexpectedly representing his state. With Veronica’s help and a whole lot of chaos, Archie must navigate the absurd world of politics, all while trying to keep his usual teenage life from falling apart.

When Archie accidentally publishes a fake quote in the school paper claiming Mr. Weatherbee thinks tests are a waste of time, the entire school erupts in chaos—students seize the moment to skip exams, teachers question their own methods, and the principal’s reputation takes a wild nosedive. Written by a team of Archie Comics veterans and illustrated with classic humor, this six-page gem captures the perfect storm of teenage mischief and schoolyard panic.

Archie’s dream of asking Veronica to the prom takes a wild turn when he accidentally sends her an invitation—only to learn Jughead was the one who actually mailed it. Now stuck with two dates for the big night, Archie scrambles to keep Betty and Veronica from finding out the truth.

When the air raid siren blares during a breakfast run, Archie’s pancake-making chaos hits a new level—lights out, flames on, and one very determined teen trying to keep his breakfast from becoming a disaster. A perfectly timed, lighthearted moment of teenage panic in the middle of a blackout.

When new girl Judy Price invites Archie to her Christmas party, the festive fun quickly spirals into chaos—especially when Archie accidentally swaps dates with her twin sister, leading to a holiday mix-up that’s equal parts confusion and charm. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, this lighthearted 5-page tale captures the classic Archie-style humor with a seasonal twist.

In "Jughead's Day," Jughead reluctantly agrees to play hockey for Archie's team when a player gets injured, despite his deep-seated fear of getting hurt. Once on the ice, a flurry of collisions sends him spiraling into vivid nightmares where Archie becomes a menacing figure.

When Archie’s dog Oscar surprises everyone with a litter of rambunctious puppies, chaos erupts in the Andrews household. Forced by Mr. Andrews to sell them, Archie soon realizes the house feels emptier than ever—until the puppies make a surprise return.

In "Archie the Athlete," Archie’s decision to join the rifle club leads to a mix-up when Betty assumes he’s training for track. While Archie shows up at the track meet, Jughead attends the rifle club—and surprisingly proves to be an expert marksman, leading everyone to believe Archie is the real talent.

In "Sir Archibald of the Round Table," Archie dresses as a knight for the history prom and drifts off into a whimsical dream where he must rescue Lady Veronica from the Mad Monk—Mr. Weatherbee. Waking up confused, Archie isn't sure if he's still dreaming, and when he sees Mr. Weatherbee, he brandishes his sword with dramatic certainty.

In "Veronica Goes to Town," the ever-dramatic Veronica sets out to find the perfect nail polish, determined to stand out—though her antics while shopping make it hard to tell if anyone’s actually paying attention. With her usual flair for chaos and a flair for the dramatic, she turns a simple errand into a whirlwind of mishaps, all in pursuit of a shade that truly makes her shine.