Archie (2015-) #6

So Very Over Varchie, But Otherwise Enjoyed This One

“Why look for a way to screw Andrews when an opportunity gets handed to me? Gazelle, meet Lion.”

I wish that quote from Reggie meant exactly what it sounds like when applied to the real context. Alas, however, he's not psyching himself up to ask out everyone's favourite numbskull; he's gearing up to prey on Veronica as revenge against Archie. Eew. (Though honestly, the Queen and King of Selfish Manipulation deserve each other. Archie deserves so much better than being treated like a worthless servant and occasional lap dog.)

That said, I actually quite enjoyed this issue. We get to meet Toni - who I already knew and loved from Riverdale - and Sayid, who is absolutely precious and a seemingly great addition to Betty's life.