Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #176

Betty and Veronica try to shake off a suspicious guy with a camera, only to discover he’s Sam Smedly, the self-proclaimed filmmaker behind "the Sunburn Squad." When he drags them into his latest project, the girls find themselves reluctantly cast in a role they never signed up for—while the real star of the show has other ideas.

In "In a Blue Vein," Veronica declares blue the season’s must-have color and takes to the beach in a bold swimwear ensemble, with Archie as her reluctant model. When the photographer shifts his focus to Reggie, the unexpected attention sets off a playful rivalry between the two friends.

In "Summer Help," Veronica finds herself unexpectedly tasked with chores when Hermione decides enough is enough—no more lounging around while her maid does all the work. With her usual charm and flair, Veronica tries to navigate cooking, cleaning, and staying out of trouble, all while keeping up appearances at Riverdale’s summer heat.

The Pussycats jet off to Moldaria for a music video shoot, unaware that the country’s strict laws ban public concerts—turning their glamorous gig into an unexpected challenge.

In "Music for the Masses, Chapter 2," Alexandra, ever the strategist, sees an opening when the group learns of the risk of being locked up—and she’s not about to let that slip by. With her usual mix of charm and calculation, she steps in, determined to use the situation to her advantage.