Archie's Super Comics Digest #2
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis digest-sized collection reprints a selection of classic Archie Comics stories from the 1960s and 1970s, featuring the familiar antics of Archie Andrews, Betty, Veronica, Jughead, and the rest of the Riverdale gang. The volume gathers lighthearted tales of teenage mischief, romance, and schoolyard humor, originally published across various Archie titles. It's part of a series of digest reprints aimed at introducing new readers to the timeless charm of the Archie universe.
In "What a Revolting Development," Archie finds himself caught in a sweater-sized crisis when both Betty and Veronica gift him the same matching sweater—each expecting him to wear it with her at the mall. With no clear way out, Archie’s frantic wardrobe changes in the restroom draw the wrong kind of attention from a suspicious security guard. Written by George Gladir and brought to life with vibrant energy by Stan Goldberg, Bob Smith, Barry Grossman, and Jack Morelli, this lighthearted holiday mishap features Dan DeCarlo’s classic cover art.
In "Veronica in Switzerland," the spirited teen finds herself in the Swiss Alps after winning a free trip, where her competitive streak leads her to a series of tied athletic challenges with a mysterious local named Rex King. The story captures Veronica’s bold personality and playful rivalry in a charming, lighthearted adventure that blends humor and high-spirited fun.
In "Chore Score," Archie takes on the unexpected responsibility of household chores when Mrs. Andrews falls ill, only to stumble upon hidden cash in the couch cushions and a surprising stash of recyclables—just in time to see how much he can earn from cleaning up.
When Mr. Weatherbee’s prized Citation suffers a flat tire and his bad back keeps him from making the trip to the gas station, Archie steps in with a classic teen-sized helping hand—only to find himself in a situation that’s more of a blowout than he bargained for.
In "The Jughead Zone," Jughead faces a surprisingly sticky situation when Ethel calls in a favor he made five years ago—something he’d long forgotten. To survive the day, Dilton steps in with a bizarre fix: deep visualization, teaching Jughead to mentally escape into a better reality while stuck in the worst.
In "Gullible Gift," Betty’s impulse to bid $10 on a mysterious locked trunk at an auction takes an unexpected turn when she discovers its contents are nothing but junk. But when a locksmith offers her $1500 for the trunk, he leaves Archie and Jughead with a surprising reminder that sometimes, Christmas magic isn’t about what you get—but what you might still receive.
In "Deja Vu, Who?" from Archie's Super Comics Digest #2, Veronica vents about the exhausting ordeal of spending time with her stuck-up cousin Ashley, only for Betty to quietly recall a time when Veronica herself was just as insufferably fancy—back when they were both kids. The story captures a sweet, nostalgic moment where friendship and memory blur, revealing how much even the most dramatic personalities can change.
In "The Warm Up," Sock finds himself caught between confusion and hope when Pepper seems indifferent to his advances. As he wonders if she’s truly uninterested, Pepper suddenly questions her own cool demeanor—especially when she thinks Sock might be eyeing Melody—leading her to ditch her glasses and try a bold new approach.
In "Don't Quote Me," Melody’s quirky malapropisms turn the town walls into a canvas of unintentional wit, catching the attention of three top students who see a rare mind in need of guidance. Josie and Pepper, ever the protectors, worry that these so-called "super-brains" might exploit Melody’s gift before she even realizes its power.
Archie and the gang stumble into the eerie Moaning Mansion on Mood Mountain, convinced they’ve found a real ghost story—until the chilling sounds reveal a secret: a boy named John-Boy hiding from his ruthless peanut tycoon uncle. What starts as a spooky scare takes a surprising turn when friendship and a shared love of snacks help uncover a far more human kind of monster.
Archie’s holiday plans go sideways when Betty and Veronica both surprise him with identical sweaters, each insisting he wear theirs to the mall—leading to frantic sweater swaps in the restroom. Just as he’s trying to keep up, a mall security guard mistakes his quick changes for shoplifting, turning a simple Christmas outing into a comedic standoff.
In "Sound Bytes Bite Back," Archie and Jughead record a lighthearted video capturing a typical day at Riverdale High, only to find their fun project targeted by Reggie’s meddling. His attempt to ruin it with over-the-top sound effects backfires in ways he didn’t expect, turning his prank into something far more chaotic than he planned.
In "Dinosaur Date," Veronica’s museum visit starts with her grumbling over the exhibits—until something unexpected at the dinosaur display piques her interest. With her usual flair and a hint of curiosity, she finds herself drawn into a moment that’s anything but ordinary.
In "Slips Do Count," Reggie’s confident boasts about being the best football receiver are put to the test during a snowy, high-stakes game. When the final seconds tick away and the ball slips from his grasp in the sleet, Archie makes a surprising play that changes everything.
In "Auto Graph," Archie faces a financial crunch after a car repair leaves him flat broke, forcing him to consider asking his dad for help. With Jughead’s quirky advice in mind, Archie tries to convince his father by presenting his case with elaborate charts and graphs—turning his car troubles into a full-blown economic argument.
When the Summitville football team steals Riverdale’s beloved iron bulldog mascot and paints it green as a prank, the whole town rallies behind their team. With grit, teamwork, and a little help from the community spirit, Riverdale fights to reclaim their symbol and prove they’re the real champions.
Archie’s last dollar goes toward a lavish gift for Veronica, leaving him scrambling to find something meaningful for Betty. What starts as a panic leads to a heartfelt idea, one that the whole gang pitches in to make special.
When Little Archie helps Sue Stringly save her scrawny Christmas tree from the South Side Serpents, the duo ends up chasing her dog Snuffles onto a drifting ice floe—suddenly finding themselves adrift in the middle of the river, with no clear way back to shore.
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↩ Reprints Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #140 (1967), Archie Giant Series Magazine #150 (1968), Jughead's Jokes #4 (1968), Josie #33 (1968), Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #160 (1969), Jughead #211 (1972), Pep #273 (1973), Archie Giant Series Magazine #204 (1973), Pep #287 (1974), Pep #290 (1974), Archie's TV Laugh-Out #30 (1975), Pep #302 (1975), Archie Giant Series Magazine #241 (1975), Archie Giant Series Magazine #243 (1976), Archie at Riverdale High #36 (1976), Everything's Archie #49 (1976), Laugh Comics / Laugh #310 (1977), Reggie and Me #93 (1977), Life with Archie #181 (1977), Pep #338 (1978), Pep #339 (1978), Laugh Comics / Laugh #334 (1979), Archie's Pals 'n' Gals #133 (1979), Reggie and Me #120 (1980), Archie at Riverdale High #70 (1980), Pep #360 (1980), Archie and Me #119 (1980), Pep #362 (1980), Archie and Me #131 (1981), Archie's Joke Book Magazine #283 (1982), Life with Archie #233 (1982), Archie Giant Series Magazine #524 (1983), Archie and Me #141 (1983), Pep #391 (1983), Archie's TV Laugh-Out #93 (1984), Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #330 (1984), Life with Archie #252 (1986), Pep #404 (1986), Archie Giant Series Magazine #566 (1987), Archie at Riverdale High #113 (1987), Archie Giant Series Magazine #579 (1988), Archie Giant Series Magazine #581 (1988), Archie's Story & Game Digest Magazine #7 (1988), Archie Giant Series Magazine #593 (1989), Archie's Story & Game Digest Magazine #12 (1989), Laugh #18 (1989), Archie Giant Series Magazine #605 (1990), Betty and Me #183 (1990), Archie #383 (1990), Archie's Story & Game Digest Magazine #19 (1991), Veronica #15 (1991), Archie #433 (1995), Archie Comics Digest #137 (1995), Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #79 (1996), Archie #447 (1996), Archie #450 (1996), Archie #454 (1996), Archie #455 (1997), Archie's Holiday Fun Digest #1 (1997), Archie #457 (1997)
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