Jughead with Archie Digest #3

In "Half A Loafer," Fred sets out to embarrass Archie into helping Mary with the housework—only to discover Archie’s new club has secretly been tackling chores for everyone in town, turning the tables in the most unexpected way.

Betty shows Jughead her new "lucky ring" from a gypsy, and he casually claims a nearby rock is his lucky charm—only to find that sudden, strange good fortune starts following him. As luck swirls around Jughead in unexpected ways, he’s left wondering if his rock really is magic—or if something far stranger is at play.

In "Bitter Batter," Coach Kleats tries to boost his team’s spirits by demonstrating a proper swing during batting practice—only to quickly realize he’s no better at hitting than the players he’s meant to coach. The story captures the lighthearted chaos of a coach’s well-intentioned but disastrous attempt to lead by example.

In "A Helping Hand," Archie and Veronica must skip their date to help in their parents' gardens, leaving Betty to step in and lend a hand. When Archie thanks her with a kiss, Betty’s sudden crush sends her into such a daze that she accidentally ruins both gardens.

In "Chapter 2 Dragon Trouble" from Jughead with Archie Digest #3 (1974), Jughead finds himself trapped in a dungeon alongside Archibald, a minstrel imprisoned for loving Princess Veronica. Facing King Arthur, he’s given a chance to prove his worth by battling Mighty Melvin, the dragon.

In "That's My Baby," Betty outsmarts Veronica’s scheme to steal Archie’s attention by turning the tables—when Veronica sabotages Betty’s date by forcing her to babysit Cousin Leroy, Betty responds by setting up a fake emergency involving Aunt Emma’s goldfish. With Archie now tasked with fish-sitting, the two find themselves unexpectedly bonded over the tiny, finned responsibility.

In "Oodles Of Noodles," Jughead is thrown into a whirlwind when he learns Ethel has been cast as Juliet in the school play—naturally, he can't resist stepping in to improvise his way through the balcony scene, determined to make it just right.

In "Cool Column and Collected," Archie struggles to find gossip for his school newspaper column until Jughead steps in with a wild idea—only to accidentally stir up trouble with both Betty and Veronica. The chaos unfolds as Archie’s quiet life as a columnist takes an unexpected turn, all thanks to a single, ill-advised tip.

In "The Punishment Fits The Crime," Archie’s parents are furious to find their kitchen and workshop in chaos—until they discover the surprising reason behind the mess. The story captures a classic moment of teenage mischief and unintended consequences, all in the signature lighthearted tone of the Jughead with Archie Digest series.

In "Wish You Were Here," Miss Grundy takes a rare three-day break from Riverdale High to attend her niece's wedding, leaving Mr. Weatherbee to manage the school without her—though he’s not quite sure how long the peace will last.

In "Friend In Need," Betty challenges Jughead’s loyalty, claiming he’s not a true friend since he never takes risks for Archie. Determined to prove her wrong, Jughead steps up by trying to protect Archie from Moose, stepping far outside his usual comfort zone.

In "Bargain Debasement," Archie sets out to find the perfect birthday gift for Veronica, starting with high-end options and gradually scaling down as he realizes his budget won’t stretch. With determination and a growing sense of urgency, he scours the town, testing just how far he’s willing to go to make her happy.

In "The Touch," Jughead finds himself at a movie theatre, hat off, when a mysterious stranger slips him enough cash for a ticket—only to be confronted by Archie, who insists he hand over the money. The moment sparks a quiet tension between the two friends, blurring the line between kindness and confusion.

In "Read At Your Own Risk," Jughead stumbles upon a magician's wand and dismisses magic outright—until his words start making things vanish and reappear. As he tries to prove his point, the wand slips from his hand, and the chaos spirals beyond control.