Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #223

In "null," Reggie, short on cash for Jughead’s Christmas gift, hands him a defective football with a hopeful smile—Jughead won’t notice the flaw until next fall, but the gesture is what truly matters.

Archie tries to help Mr. Weatherbee decorate the school for Christmas, but his usual mix of enthusiasm and clumsiness leads to a mishap with the metal deer in the schoolyard. With the holiday spirit hanging by a thread, Archie must figure out how to fix things before the big unveiling.

Sabrina and Harvey are determined to cut down a Christmas tree the traditional way, but Aunt Hilda has other plans—she’s ready to whip up some magic to make the whole thing happen in a flash. The clash of old-school charm and quick-and-easy spells sets the stage for a festive tangle of holiday spirit and mischief.

In "Yule Yowl," Jo’s mischievous cat Salem trades holiday cheer for a solo stroll through the snowy neighborhood, only to find himself drawn into a series of unexpected acts of kindness for the local animals—much to his own surprise. Written with a wry charm and brought to life by the expressive art of the original creators, this festive tale captures the quiet magic of giving, even when you’re not in the mood.

When a Santa Claus from Planet Peewee—where everyone is a kid—crash-lands his spaceship on Little Archie's roof, chaos and candy chaos ensue. With no idea how to get home, Santa and Archie must navigate a holiday season full of oversized cookies, toy-sized reindeer, and a whole lot of kid-sized problems.

In "Season of Magic," Jingles, the mischievous brownie from Santa's Workshop, returns to Riverdale with holiday chaos on his mind—but when he stumbles upon more Santas than he can count, even his usual tricks don’t stand a chance. The story unfolds with playful charm as the festive prankster finds himself outmatched by the sheer number of jolly figures in town.

When Santa’s workshop goes full automation and robot elves take over toy delivery, the jolly old man finds himself with nothing to do—so he swings by Riverdale for a chat with Archie. In this lighthearted, tech-savvy twist on holiday tradition, Santa’s idle hands and a little nostalgia lead to a funny, heartwarming moment between the two.