Cover: Jeff Shultz & Al Milgrom

Betty and Veronica #232

Feb 2008 · Archie · 2.25 USD

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In "Backstage Pass," Archie’s usual tardiness lands him in a familiar predicament—late for school again. With Betty and Veronica offering their usual mix of advice, Archie opts for a ride with Veronica, only to find their morning derailed by a lost homework assignment and a broken heel, leaving him to carry her the rest of the way. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Jeff Shultz, with inks by Al Milgrom, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Jack Morelli, this 2008 issue captures the classic Archie charm with a splash of comedic chaos. The cover, penciled by Jeff Shultz and inked by Al Milgrom, perfectly captures the moment’s lighthearted tension.

Contains 4 stories

Backstage Pass

6 pp · Humor, Teen

The Tumbling Boulders [Nick SwaggerMash [Gilbert]Ripper [Theodore Timpkins]] (a rock group)

Jo and Betty get backstage passes to visit the Tumbling Boulders after their concert, excited but nervous—rumors of wild rock parties have them on edge. What they find backstage is nothing they expected, and the chaos is already in full swing.

My Best Enemy

5 pp · Humor, Teen

In "My Best Enemy," Betty and Veronica's long-running rivalry takes a deliciously messy turn when the Cooking Club plans to induct a new pledge—Betty herself. With Veronica warning her to change her clothes before the initiation, the two find themselves caught in a battle of wits, wardrobe, and culinary chaos.

Lost

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Betty CooperVeronica LodgeArchie Andrews

Pairing Off

6 pp · Humor, Teen

In "Pairing Off," Archie’s usual late arrival to school prompts Betty and Veronica to offer advice—riding the bus, taking a ride, or just showing up on time. He picks Veronica, but their attempt to make it on time quickly unravels when Archie misplaces his homework and Veronica loses a heel while rushing, leaving him to carry her the rest of the way.