Archie's Pal Jughead #88
In "Dependable," Jughead's casual suggestion that Archie ditch a date with Veronica for a fishing trip seems harmless—until Veronica's unexpected reaction sends Archie spiraling into a wave of jealous overthinking. Written by Frank Doyle and brought to life with crisp, expressive art by Samm Schwartz (who handled pencils, inks, and letters), this 1962 classic captures the timeless tension between friendship, romance, and the small decisions that can unravel a day. The cover by Samm Schwartz perfectly encapsulates the story’s lighthearted yet anxious energy.
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Jughead convinces Archie that breaking a date with Veronica to go fishing with him is an easily rectifiable problem. But when Veronica doesn't react as anticipated, it throws Archie into a frenzy of jealous paranoia.
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