Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #186

When Veronica’s extravagant shopping sprees land her in hot water with Mr. Lodge, she’s handed a surprising ultimatum: learn to sew her own clothes or find a job to cover the bills. With her usual flair and a hint of defiance, she sets out to prove she can handle the challenge—no matter how far from her usual world it takes her.

In "The Collector," a Riverdale High football team finds themselves trapped in a sinkhole after a bizarre criminal's obsession with gathering rare duplicates leads him to target them. When the team vanishes, Betty steps in to track them down, proving once again she’s not just a friend to the squad—she’s their rescue.

Katy Keene is drawn into a curious fashion gig when three odd men commission her to model for a new doll—only to find a life-sized version of herself waiting under the Christmas tree. The twist leaves her questioning how much of the doll is costume, and how much is something far stranger.

In "Revival," Betty and Veronica are caught in a festive flurry of holiday cheer—until a snowball fight from two playful kids threatens to dampen their Christmas joy. Santa Claus arrives in a surprise twist, bringing a touch of magic to mend their spirits.

In "One Year Later," Betty and the Green Girls run a charity soup kitchen on Christmas Day, clashing with Veronica’s high-stakes holiday party—until a quiet moment of understanding turns the day around. The story captures a sweet, heartfelt clash of priorities, showing how two very different girls find common ground in the spirit of the season.