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☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis collection brings together the complete 'Love Showdown' storyline from Archie Comics, where Archie Andrews finds himself caught in a dramatic tug-of-war between Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge as they compete for his affections. Featuring appearances from the entire Riverdale gang—including Jughead Jones, Reggie Mantle, Cheryl Blossom, and even a cameo by rock star Alice Cooper—this 1994 volume captures the classic love triangle with humor and high stakes.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 1 Part 1," Betty finds herself caught in a web of mistaken tickets and quiet sabotage when Veronica arrives with news that she and Archie are going to the Charity Ball—tickets that happen to be misprinted with the wrong date, just like the ones Betty has. When Jughead drops a hint that Veronica may have been behind the mix-up, Betty’s resolve hardens, and she makes a bold decision: she’s going to crash the ball. Written by Bill Golliher and illustrated by Doug Crane, with inks by Ken Selig, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, the issue’s cover by Dan DeCarlo and Henry Scarpelli captures the drama with classic flair.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 1 Part 2," Archie’s attempt to reveal the mystery behind a secret letter quickly spirals when Reggie manipulates Betty and Veronica into turning on each other. Now rivals in a playful but fierce battle for Archie’s attention, the two girls declare war—leaving the future of their friendship hanging in the balance.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 2 Part 1," Betty takes a bold stand by returning every outfit she ever borrowed from Veronica and discarding all of Veronica's pictures—no more borrowing, no more hiding. Her dad, trying to lift her spirits, hands her two tickets to the Lodges' charity ball, a surprise that sets the stage for a night full of tension and possibility. With Archie’s car in need of repair, Betty steps in to help, showing her skills—and her heart—just when it might matter most.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 2 Part 2," Betty is furious when Veronica reveals she and Archie are attending the Charity Ball—especially after learning the tickets she received were misprinted, a detail Jughead later confirms when he spots Veronica faking the print job. With her pride on the line, Betty resolves to crash the event, turning a simple misunderstanding into a showdown of wit and will.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 3 Part 1," Betty takes the Charity Ball by storm in a dazzling dress, turning heads with her effortless grace and surprising athleticism. As she out-dances Veronica under the spotlight, Archie and every boy in the room are captivated—leaving Veronica quietly slipping away, defeated.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 3 Part 2," Veronica’s latest attempt to win Archie—this time through baking—ends in disaster, leaving her questioning her chances. Just as she’s ready to give up, Reggie shows up with a surprising twist: he’s got a plan to help her reclaim her true, more cunning self.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 4 Part 1," Veronica, freshly trained in mischief by Reggie, pulls Betty away from Archie at Pops with a dazzling new dress and a surprise dance routine. With tempers flaring and pride on the line, the two rivals agree to settle things once and for all the next day—full glam, full force, and full-on super soaker showdown at High Noon.
In "Love Showdown Chapter 4 Part 2," the rivalry heats up as Jo and her friends gear up for a splashy showdown, only to accidentally douse Archie and Cheryl in the chaos. With the truth about the love letter finally revealed, Archie makes a surprising choice that shifts the whole dynamic.
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↩ Reprints Archie #429 (1994), Betty #19 (1994), Betty and Veronica #82 (1994), Veronica #39 (1994)
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