Archie Comics continues to push the boundaries of its “Archie”
image. For years Archie Comics were
known for their squeaky clean stories and art.
But that has changed over the last several years.
Realistic portrayals of its characters, the marriage and
death of Archie, the introduction of a gay character, zombies and now witchcraft have
crept into the publisher’s selection of titles and the response has been overwhelmingly
positive.
Younger readers are usually unaware that at one time in the
past Archie Comics published a wide genre
of comic books. It seems only fitting that
the publisher return to its roots to compete successfully in today’s
marketplace.
It’s newest title: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina takes a
well-known ‘cutesy’ Archie character and darkens up her origin throwing in witchcraft,
devil worship, a deal with the devil and occultist, black magic, vengeance,
betrayal, insanity, forbidden love, family, innocence and the coming of age all wrapped up
in a creepy tale that redefines the Sabrina: The Teenage Age Witch
persona. Don’t you dare miss it or
Auntie might get upset!