Archie Comics goes Pinoy with Filipino-inspired cover featuring halo-halo
Archie Comics has debuted a special Philippine-exclusive cover of "Betty & Veronica" featuring the country's beloved dessert: halo-halo.
The cover reimagines the franchise's 'three on a straw' moment where, instead of sharing a milkshake, Archie, Betty, and Veronica are seen enjoying a tall glass of halo-halo, with shaved ice, ube ice cream, and barquillos.
In a press release, SuperManila Comic Con announced that the limited-edition variant cover was created specifically for its upcoming event happening on September 6 and 7 at One Ayala in Makati City.
The cover art is the work of longtime Archie artist and writer Dan Parent, who will meet fans during the convention.
The comic will also mark the world debut of a brand-new character, Medusa Doom, who is described as a mysterious and mischievous green-skinned villain.
'This collaboration is a dream come true for Filipino Archie fans,' SuperManila Comic Con co-organizer Sandy Sansolis said in a statement. 'We're incredibly proud to partner with Archie Comics to deliver something fun, unique, and a little mischievous with Medusa Doom's debut.'
Fans will have the opportunity to acquire the exclusive variant in two limited editions: a trade dress version and a virgin variant, the latter showcasing Parent's artwork in full with a text-free layout.
Tickets for SuperManila Comic Con 2025 are now available online. —Carby Rose Basina/JCB, GMA Integrated News
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