Archie Archives #4
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis hardcover collection reprints classic Archie comic stories from the early 1940s, showcasing the timeless humor and charm of Archie Andrews, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and the rest of the Riverdale gang. Volume 4 continues the archival series by Dark Horse, preserving the original comic strips and covers from that era in a high-quality format for collectors and new readers alike.
In "The Practical Joker," Veronica faces a quirky sorority challenge that sends her on a wild chase through Riverdale—dressed in a borrowed boy's clothes, including Jughead's iconic beanie. When Jughead gives chase, he’s mistaken for Veronica at the Geta-Hunka-Man initiation, leading to a hilarious mix-up that’s as charming as it is unexpected. Art by Janice Valleau brings the classic Archie charm to life with expressive, dynamic lines, and the cover by Janice Valleau captures the moment with playful flair.
Archie’s latest prankster phase takes a turn when his new fun kit leads him to target everyone at Riverdale High—until things spiral when Mr. Weatherbee ends up handcuffed to a chair. With chaos on the rise and the principal in a bind, Archie’s practical jokes might just have gone too far.
In this playful 2012 Archie Archives tale, Oscar’s bizarre habit of finding candy after retrieving sticks takes a wild turn when he mistakes highway stakes for his usual snack reward—leading to a chaotic chase that’s as silly as it is unexpected.
In this lighthearted 2012 tale from Archie Archives #4, Archie’s mischievous energy takes center stage during a school trip to Indian Point. From a surprise goat collision to an accidental mustard mishap and an unexpected splash, Archie’s antics turn the day into a series of unforgettable (and utterly awkward) moments for Mr. Weatherbee.
In "Sorority Shenanigans," Veronica’s bid to join the Geta-Hunka-Man sorority takes a wild turn when she’s forced to wear boys’ clothes—starting with Jughead’s beanie. Chasing her to the meeting, Jughead ends up mistaken for Veronica, leading to a hilarious initiation that’s anything but what he expected.
Archie lands a $10 fine from Reggie’s dad for speeding, forcing him to skip his date with Veronica to work at the carnival. As he tries to keep a low profile, he’s suddenly stuck serving the very people he’s trying to avoid—Reggie and Veronica—on their own fun-filled visit.
Archie and Jughead hit the streets selling shampoo to scrape together cash for Jughead’s needs, but their pitch falls flat—until Archie dons a disguise to boost sales. His plan takes a surprising turn when he arrives at Miss Grundy’s door, where a simple demonstration might just be the last thing he expects.
Archie and Jughead score a surprise win in a scrap contest, earning a trip to the Bar X Dude Ranch in Arizona—where Archie dreams of living like a real cowboy. Armed with a hat, a lasso, and an endless appetite for flapjacks, he dives headfirst into the rodeo life, much to Jughead’s amused disbelief.
In "The Queen of the May," Archie’s surprise picnic for Veronica sparks jealousy in Reggie, who retaliates by dressing as a girl to crash the outing. When Archie’s baseball hit reveals the disguise, Reggie bolts—only to find himself cornered by a bull after leaping a fence.
In "The Patriot," Archie tries to lend a hand during wartime by taking a job at Floogle's Department Store, only to bring his usual brand of chaos to the shop floor. With his trademark mix of enthusiasm and cluelessness, Archie's attempt to help quickly turns the store into a whirlwind of mishaps—just as readers would expect.
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↩ Reprints Archie Comics #11 (1944), Pep Comics #51 (1944), Archie Comics #12 (1945), Archie Comics #13 (1945), Pep Comics #52 (1945), Archie Comics #14 (1945), Pep Comics #53 (1945)
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