Tom King returns to the Cryptid Creator Corner and brings Archie Comics artist and all-around swell guy Dan Parent with him to discuss Archie: The Decision. It's the question that's been on Archie fans' minds for decades, will Archie pick Betty or Veronica? Tom and Dan have created a love letter to Archie Comics in both form and substance. They discuss how this issue came about, how it's okay to approach an editor when holding an Eisner award, and what makes a really good Archie story. I also appreciated that the back of the issue includes Tom's and Dan's picks of their top ten Archie stories with only 1 story in common. This was a fantastic conversation and you'll be ready to read more Archie as soon as you're through listening.

You can get the issue here: (https://store.archiecomics.com/products/archie-the-decision-one-shot-1?srsltid=AfmBOorlnGgEalLBjxNveND_23yDKXEoASbkHqPSn96Krh6WAUjMdDny)

Check out Dan's website here: https://danparent.com/

Follow Tom on Twitter here: https://x.com/TomKingTK

Here's what Archie Comics had to say about the issue: Archie. Finally. Decides. At long last, the answer to the question generations of fans have asked will be answered. Who will Archie choose? Betty or Veronica? Written by Eisner Award-winning comics scribe TOM KING and illustrated by Archie legend and fan-favorite artist DAN PARENT, this is the tale only they can tell. Everyone in Riverdale is waiting for his choice, and all your favorites, from Josie & The Pussycats to Sabrina the Teenage Witch (and even Hot Dog!), are joining in the fun. No matter who you want him to choose, you DEFINITELY don't want to miss this ALL-NEW, FULL-LENGTH story!

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