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MANILA, Philippines – Archie Comics is bringing something special to Filipino fans with the launch of a Philippine-exclusive variant cover and the debut of a brand-new character at this year’s SuperManila Comic Con, set for September 6–7 at One Ayala in Makati City.The exclusive edition of Betty &amp; Veronica features a variant cover created specifically for the Philippine event. Illustrated by longtime Archie artist and writer Dan Parent, the artwork reimagines one of the franchise’s most iconic scenes — the trio sharing a milkshake — with a distinctly local twist. In the new cover, Betty and Veronica scoop shaved ice and ube ice cream while Archie nibbles a barquillos from a tall glass of halo-halo, capturing the charm of Riverdale through a Filipino lens.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751347724983ARCHIE_SMCC Exclusive Cover (1).jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Handout</div>The limited-edition comic will be released in two versions: a trade dress edition with full text, and a virgin variant that features Parent’s artwork without logos or titles.“This collaboration is a dream come true for Filipino Archie fans,” said Sandy Sansolis, co-organizer of SuperManila Comic Con. “We’re incredibly proud to partner with Archie Comics to deliver something fun, unique, and a little mischievous with Medusa Doom’s debut.”In addition to the variant cover, the comic will introduce a new character to the Archie universe: Medusa Doom, a green-skinned villain set to shake up the town of Riverdale. Described as mysterious and mischievous, her arrival marks the start of a new storyline aimed at both longtime readers and new audiences.Fans attending the convention will also have the chance to meet Parent in person. A veteran of more than three decades with Archie Comics, Parent is credited with helping shape the modern look of the franchise and is best known for introducing Kevin Keller, the series&#x27; first openly gay character.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1751347775164Dan Parent.jpg" style="width:633px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Dan Parent. Handout</div>SuperManila Comic Con 2025 promises a weekend of comics, collectibles, gaming, cosplay, and celebrity appearances. Tickets are available starting July 1 through supermanila.helixpay.ph.

Archie Comics debuts a Philippine-exclusive Betty &amp; Veronica cover and a brand-new character, Medusa Doom, at SuperManila Comic Con 2025. The special edition features a Pinoy twist on an iconic Archie scene — and marks a major first for Filipino fans.

Archie Comics debuts a Philippine-exclusive Betty & Veronica cover and a brand-new character, Medusa Doom, at SuperManila Comic Con 2025. The special edition features a Pinoy twist on an iconic Archie scene — and marks a major first for Filipino fans.

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Archie Comics unveils PH-exclusive cover, new character at SuperManila Comic Con

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Published Jul 01, 2025 01:36 PM PHT

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Updated Jul 01, 2025 01:51 PM PHT

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