I first began picking these issues up because the absurdity of it was attractive to me. I mean, what twisted mind decides it's a great idea to pair the all-American wholesome as can be Archie with the blood and guts strewn world of Predator? And when can I meet those twisted-minded individuals? I think I'd like them.

This second issue brought forth everything lacking in the first. There was Sabrina the Teenaged Witch reading from the Necronomicon, a clear bias in favor of Betty in every scene with her and Veronica, some brutal explosions and spine-rippings, and all the mayhem one could wish for. I'm wondering exactly who is going to be left to take on the Predator at the end of all of this - the death toll is already so high. I guess that's the fun of this not falling into Archie canon. Also, apparently there is an Archie canon now? I really need to pick up [book: Afterlife with Archie] sometime.

This issue really upped the game and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It isn't the best thing ever but it is fun and amusing. Nothing life-shattering, but the sort of B-movie drivel that I have a huge soft-spot for. So, don't pick this comic up expecting anything great, but if you pick it up for a couple of giggles it will wholeheartedly deliver. ( )