Archie Comics Digest #4

When Riverdale High’s ski team vanishes with Coach Kleats off to a conference, Principal Weatherbee steps in—reluctantly—to form a replacement squad. With no experience among the boys he’s gathered, it’s up to him to teach them the ropes, one wobbly run at a time.

In "The Run-Away," Little Archie flees home after a scolding, taking his dog Spotty on a wild adventure across the ocean on a makeshift raft. When a passing ship destroys their raft in the fog, the two are left stranded, helpless and alone in the vast sea, their cries for help swallowed by the silence.

In "Gym Dandy," Veronica dives into gymnastics, hoping to catch Archie’s eye with her new skills—only to find that her efforts only highlight how effortlessly graceful Betty appears in comparison. The story captures the playful rivalry and subtle chemistry between the two girls as their different approaches to the sport spark unexpected reactions.

In "The Right Condition," Li'l Jinx is thrilled to learn her dad was once a skiing champion, and she’s determined to follow in his footsteps—so she begs him to teach her how to ski. His only condition? She has to be a good girl for the entire week.

In "The Letter," Mr. Lodge is stunned to learn that Veronica accidentally handed his personal letter to a friend in Australia to Archie for mailing—only to realize too late that Archie might never get it to the post office in time. With a mix of concern and quiet dread, Mr. Lodge watches as the fate of his message hangs on a series of uncertain steps, all while Archie remains blissfully unaware of the weight he’s carrying.

In "After the Game," tensions rise at Riverdale High when Veronica’s refusal to choose between Archie and Reggie leads her to reconsider her next move—especially after their missteps nearly cost the team the hockey championship. Now, with the school’s pride on the line, she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Jughead, leaving everyone wondering what comes next.