Archie's Double Digest Magazine #181
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Father Knows Best," Archie tries to impress the girls at the beach with a surfboard he can’t actually ride—until a passing Hawaiian points him toward the best waves, turning his awkward attempt into an unexpected lesson in humility. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Dan DeCarlo Jr., with inks by Jim DeCarlo, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, this lighthearted summer tale captures Archie’s signature charm. The cover, by Jeff Shultz and Jon D'Agostino, perfectly captures the laid-back vibe of the beachside adventure.
In "Risky Rescue," Archie takes his new role as a lifeguard seriously—so seriously that a warning from the lead guard about distractions, especially with pretty girls, hits close to home. With the summer heat and the pool buzzing, Archie must balance duty and temptation in a story that keeps the stakes high and the tension just beneath the surface.
In "Distraction Action," Archie and his friends find themselves locked in a high-stakes arcade showdown in Mr. Lodge's game room, where every move is a bid to outwit the others. As the competition heats up, the usual banter turns into clever distractions, each trying to steal the spotlight—without letting the other get the high score.
In "Special Daze," Archie and the gang imagine a world where special days let them act like kids again—or enjoy senior citizen discounts—leading to a lighthearted, playful debate about age, rules, and the perks of pretending.
Archie tries to impress the girls at the beach with his new surfboard—despite never having ridden a wave. His confidence falters when a passing Hawaiian points out the best spot, leaving Archie scrambling to catch up.
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