Afterlife with Archie, Vol. 1: Escape from Riverdale

The contrast between the classic teen drama and the dark horror vibe is striking. I'm curious what inspired this unique mashup and how much was intentional from the start.

The pacing felt swift and relentless, making it hard to process some of the darker turns. Was this a deliberate choice to ramp up tension or just the nature of the horror story?

I'm wondering if you need to be a Riverdale fan to fully appreciate the story or if it stands on its own as a horror comic for newcomers.