Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #188
In "Command Performance," Archie and Jughead’s sudden disinterest in Betty and Ethel sparks an unexpected turn when the girls form a phone-based support group—so much so that the boys can’t get a word in edgewise when they finally try to reach out. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature style—pencils by Dan DeCarlo, inks by Jim DeCarlo, and letters by Bill Yoshida—this 1971 classic captures the timeless charm of Riverdale’s teens in a playful, relatable twist on friendship and miscommunication. The cover by Dan DeCarlo perfectly captures the lighthearted tension of the moment.
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Archie and Jughead are neglecting Betty and Ethel, so the two girls form a support group that keeps them on the phone so much the boys can't call when they finally decide to.
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