World of Archie (Jumbo Comics) Double Digest #16

When Moose Mason misses the charity wrestling match, the school scrambles to find a replacement—leaving Archie, Reggie, Jughead, and even Mr. Weatherbee in the ring with The Mighty Wizard. With the gym’s future on the line, chaos erupts as unlikely contenders step up in a match that’s equal parts humor and high-stakes silliness.

When Mr. Weatherbee hires an actor to impersonate him at a school assembly, chaos ensues as the real and fake principals start swapping roles—leaving Archie, Betty, and the whole school wondering who’s who. With Superintendent Hassle watching closely and Svenson caught in the mix, the line between principal and impostor blurs in this hilarious mix-up.

In "Lester The Hipster," Lester Cool finds himself unexpectedly abducted by Martians who show off their latest weapons with deadly intent. But instead of fear, Lester sees potential—these high-tech gadgets could be the ultimate fashion statement back on Earth. The Martians, baffled by his enthusiasm, conclude that Earthlings are too unpredictable to be a threat and call off their invasion.

In "Debutante Twist," Chester Square splurges on extravagance to win Brenda Van Loot’s favor, only to be outshone by Lester Cool, who charms her with low-budget dates that feel refreshingly real. As Brenda finds unexpected delight in the simple things, the two boys’ contrasting approaches to romance spark a surprising shift in her affections.

In "The Son of Dr. Jerkyll," the son of the famed scientist finds himself caught between identities after inheriting his father's experiments—first as the rock star Melvin Preston, then as the FBI agent Eliot Mess—only to face new dangers with each transformation. When a failed antidote sends him into an even more chaotic state, he must navigate a world where every disguise brings new peril.

Archie Andrews sets out to interview Dandy Carlo, the trendy designer adored by Veronica and Betty, only to discover Dandy is being blackmailed into handing over his designs. When the pressure mounts, Archie takes a daring turn—disguising himself as Dandy to outwit the unseen forces threatening him.

When Alexander Cabot III enters Melody in a beauty contest against her will, she’s desperate to avoid another trophy that could mean disownment. Josie and Pepper rally to hide her looks, but every disguise fails—Melody’s charm and presence shine through no matter what.