Archie Giant Series Magazine #598

In a lighthearted twist of rivalry and chance, Betty and Veronica find themselves in a playful competition when a photo shoot for Sportsman magazine puts their swimsuit pictures in the spotlight. With Veronica using her father’s connections to steer the spotlight toward herself, Betty’s unexpected heroics during a jet ski mishap turn the tables—leading to a cover moment neither saw coming.

In "Together Beach Weather," Archie's beach day with Veronica takes an unexpected turn when she’s more interested in sunbathing than swimming or playing. Left to his own devices, he finds himself spending most of the afternoon with Betty, leading to a quiet, awkwardly sweet stretch of time neither of them expected.