Archie Giant Series Magazine #158

In "Christmas Present?", the Riverdale teens try to shake up the holiday spirit with a fresh take on caroling—only to find that modern lyrics don’t quite land with the town’s more traditional tastes. Jo and the gang set out to reinvent Christmas music, but their new twist might be a little too bold for Riverdale’s festive ears.

Archie’s trying to find a way to surprise his mom with a thoughtful gift, but when Veronica misreads his intentions, he’s caught in a web of misunderstandings. With a little help from his dad and a dash of unexpected generosity, even the most tangled holiday mix-up finds a surprising resolution.

When the mischievous brownie Jingles returns to Riverdale to stir up trouble, he quickly finds himself out of his depth—literally and magically—after stumbling upon more than one Santa Claus in town. Written by an unknown author and illustrated by an unknown artist, "Season of Magic" spins a whimsical, slightly spooky tale of holiday chaos and unexpected encounters in the familiar streets of Riverdale.

In "Old Stand-By," Archie sets out to find the perfect Christmas gift for Jughead, determined to surprise him with something beyond the usual dozen-hamburger gift certificate from Pop's. From a new record to a fancy hat, each attempt falls flat—Jughead either already owns it or has no interest, leaving Archie to wonder what truly matters to his best friend.

Li'l Jinx thinks Santa Claus must be a mind reader to know exactly what kids want, so she decides to send him a thank-you message using her thoughts. In a whimsical twist, she tries to reach out to him through telepathy, hoping he’ll hear her from the North Pole.