Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #25

Archie bets big on Veronica in a contest, only to be stunned when she loses—and learns the unexpected source behind the rival bid. In this 1991 tale from Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #25, the stakes get personal when friendship and rivalry collide.

Archie tries to impress Veronica with his new jacket and flowers, but Reggie’s flashy style makes him feel like a nobody—until Reggie’s over-the-top confidence backfires at Veronica’s house.

In "Betty Cooper, Betty Cooper! (Part I)," Archie’s worsening illness takes a sudden turn when Felicity steps in to take control of Betty, while Jughead narrowly escapes the Limping Man by diving into the hospital—only to find unexpected help from his father. Meanwhile, Count Drago’s growing paranoia about Count Stabinsky adds a dark twist to the already tense atmosphere.

In this dramatic twist on the classic Archie universe, Betty Cooper finds herself caught in a surreal chain of events as old rivalries and strange alliances take hold. With Archie in a mysterious coma and the town plunged into chaos, Betty must navigate a world where even the most familiar faces—like Jughead and a surprisingly heroic Count Drago—play roles far beyond their usual selves.

In this quirky, heartfelt installment from *Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #25*, Jughead finds himself face-to-face with the Limping Man, a man driven by a decade-old grudge tied to a long-ago elevator accident—only to learn he’s been chasing the wrong family. Meanwhile, Betty and Veronica’s visit to the Gypsy Lady takes a surreal turn when Felicity briefly takes over Betty’s body, only to discover the fortune-teller is now inhabited by the spirit of Felicity’s own mother.

In this delightfully bizarre installment of *Betty & Veronica (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #25*, Betty Cooper finds herself once more entangled in a supernatural tangle when Felicity’s spirit takes hold—only for the Gypsy Lady to be overtaken by Felicity’s mother, who delivers a surprisingly literal spanking to banish the mischievous spirit for good. With Felicity finally gone, Archie comes to, and Jughead wraps up the mystery of the Limping Man with his usual mix of wit and bafflement.

In "Sing a Song of Sixpence," Alex Cabot faces off against Veronica Lodge in a battle of social superiority, only to find her wealth and pretensions exceed even his own. Determined to one-up her, he enlists the Pussycats for a mock serenade outside her mansion—turning a playful rivalry into a full-blown, sardonic showdown.

In "Weary Warbler," Veronica schemes to sabotage Betty’s chances in a singing competition by pushing Archie to spend the entire week on dates with her—just to wear Betty down. With her usual mix of cunning and flair, Veronica turns a simple romance into a marathon of distractions, all while Betty remains blissfully unaware of the plot against her.

When Archie suggests Veronica get a dog as a pet rather than a show champion, the Lodges welcome a seemingly sweet, well-trained pup from a famous animal trainer—only for the dog’s true, dangerous training to surface in the most unexpected way.

In "Wedded Blitz," Archie and Veronica find themselves caught in a whirlwind of mistaken identity when Mr. Lodge and Smithers panic upon believing they’re married. To set things straight and calm Mr. Lodge’s nerves, Archie sends a telegram from a cabin retreat with Mrs. Lodge—just to prove they’re not tied by vows.

Betty's uncle Ralph steps in to help her train for basketball, hoping she’ll impress Archie by joining the boys’ team—only to find she’s so talented that her spot forces Archie off the roster. Written by the team behind the series, this lighthearted, fast-paced story captures the spirited rivalry and friendship that define the Riverdale crew.

In "Hit and Run," Archie and Chuck watch in disbelief as Betty and Veronica fumble through a casual softball practice—only to find their skills sharply improve the moment the girls-vs-boys game begins, leaving the boys scrambling to keep up with the sudden ten-run head start they’d agreed to give them.

In "Pogo Happy," Veronica’s quiet garden project takes a wild turn when Archie insists on using a pogo stick to dig holes for tulip bulbs—only to quickly lose control and send the yard into chaos. The story captures the classic mischievous energy of the Archie gang, with perfectly timed slapstick and a delightfully messy chain reaction.