Archie Comics #41
In "Asleep in the Deep," Archie finds himself in a surreal underwater dream after a diving accident, where he's pursued by a school of fish while trying to avoid a shipwreck party with Betty. Written by Ray Gill and illustrated by Samm Schwartz, this 1949 adventure blends whimsy and mystery in a moment that stands out even in Archie's long history. The cover, by Bob Montana, captures the scene's playful tension with its classic style.
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When Veronica tells Betty that Archie will take her to her shipwreck party, Archie decides to go as a diver to avoid getting close with Betty. While renting a diving suit, Archie gets knocked unconscious underwater and dreams of a School of Fish.
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