Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #198
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeIn "Party Poopers," Betty Cooper faces a moment of identity crisis when she considers getting a tattoo to shake up her image—only to be met with her mom’s unexpected enthusiasm, leaving her rethinking her plans. Suddenly inspired, Betty turns to breakdancing as a bold new way to stand out, embracing a fresh kind of self-expression. Written by George Gladir and illustrated by Jeff Shultz with inks by Al Milgrom, this 2009 digest tale captures a lighthearted, relatable moment of teenage self-discovery, all brought to life with classic Archie charm and vibrant energy on a cover by Stan Goldberg and Jon D'Agostino.
When Mr. Lodge commandeers the Lodge mansion for his own Halloween shindig, Veronica finds her carefully planned party relocated to the garage—leaving her and her friends scrambling to keep the spirit alive, even if the decorations are a little less fancy and the snacks are definitely not in the main ballroom.
In "Trying to Make Up," Veronica gets a new cosmetics kit and sets out to transform her friends—only to find no takers until Reggie reluctantly agrees to be her test subject. With a mix of playful ambition and her signature flair, Veronica dives into her makeover mission, turning a simple afternoon into a moment of unexpected chemistry.
In "Taking the Initiative," Veronica surprises herself—literally—by sending a truckload of flowers to her own doorstep, just to lift her spirits. When Archie and Reggie catch wind of the extravagant delivery, they’re quick to misinterpret it as a bold move in the game of romance, each convinced the other is now in the running.
Sabrina’s Halloween plans hit a spell when Witch Pride Day coincides with her big night with Harvey, leaving her stuck in a witch costume she can’t shake—no matter how hard she tries to trade it in for a royal gown.
When Salem magically animates the kitchen appliances for Sabrina’s bake sale, things quickly go from sweet to chaotic—soon, the gadgets are running wild, turning the house into a cookie-filled frenzy. It’s a deliciously messy mess, and Jo’s not sure if she’s helping or just getting in the way.
In "Race Around the World!", Betty and Veronica team up for a globe-trotting adventure on the spoof reality show of the same name, where every clue leads to a new challenge and every stop brings fresh competition. Their journey takes a sharp turn when they clash with a pair of feisty twin sisters, turning the race into a high-stakes showdown of wit, speed, and style.
In "Who Is It?", Archie and Jughead don disguises as gorillas for Veronica’s Halloween party, while Betty and Veronica trade identities in a twist of mistaken appearances—leading to a night of playful confusion and hidden laughs.
When a soda company offers the Pussycats a world tour with a dazzling stage setup at Royal Albert Hall, the spotlight proves just a little too bright—especially when the band’s nerves start to clash with the spectacle.
Betty’s sudden urge to get a tattoo sets off a surprising reaction from her mom, who’s way too excited about the idea. Suddenly realizing she’s not the only one embracing the change, Betty pivots to breakdancing as her new way to stand out—just in time for a new kind of rhythm to take over.
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Reprinted in Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #237 (2015), B&V Friends Double Digest Magazine #284 (2020), Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #297 (2021)
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