Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #100

In "Who Needs Archie?", Betty and Veronica take a bold step after appearing on a cable TV dating advice show that tells them to ditch Archie—so they do. Their impulsive decision quickly spirals into unexpected fame, leaving them navigating the chaos of sudden celebrity in Riverdale.

When Reggie mocks Betty’s sculptures, he doesn’t expect to accidentally injure Moose with a bowling ball—now he’s scrambling to hide the mess, and only Betty’s artistic skill can save him. In this lighthearted 1998 tale from *Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #100*, the chaos unfolds as prankster meets sculptor in a sticky situation that’s equal parts humor and high school hijinks.

In "Dates and Fates," Archie’s attempt to impress at football practice takes a wild turn when Reggie’s prank goes hilariously awry—sending Archie tumbling onto the school’s new riding mower, sparking a chain reaction of chaos. The story captures the classic teenage misadventures of Riverdale with perfectly timed humor and a dash of slapstick, all in a quick, punchy five-page tale.

In "Never the Twain Shall Meet," Veronica finds herself babysitting the daughter of an important client, and in a playful twist, reads her a modified version of "The Prince and The Pauper" — complete with her own sly commentary and a dash of Riverdale flair. The story unfolds with the kind of wry humor and charm that only Veronica can deliver, turning a classic tale into a cheeky, teen-savvy romp.

Betty convinces Archie to skip his usual grind and catch a movie for some much-needed downtime, but even a simple night out proves harder to unwind than expected. With school, work, and football practice piling up, Archie’s idea of relaxation takes a surprisingly chaotic turn.