Jughead #8

In "Dream of Genie," Jughead and Archie take a wrong turn in the woods and stumble into a surreal journey that brings them face to face with Mr. Weatherbee’s long-buried past—specifically, his old rival Ted Mantle—while the principal tries to guide them home. Written by Chip Zdarsky and brought to life with vivid, expressive art by Derek Charm (who handles pencils, inks, and colors), this issue blends whimsy and nostalgia in a story that lingers long after the last page. The cover, also by Derek Charm, captures the dreamlike mood with a striking, slightly off-kilter portrait of Jughead under a starry sky.