About a week ago I went in here because I collect oddities and also comics (in fact, I used to be a…read morecurator of a comics museum in NYC). After a quick walk through of the store, I noticed that my boyfriend was looking through a selection of books- they were all part of a series, and neither of us had seen them before. As I looked through the titles and flipped through some of the pages, I started to think that some of these books would be good gifts to bring back to my friends in NYC. Naturally, I started looking more carefully at the titles, trying to decide which of these books would be suited for my each of my friends. We were probably there looking at the books for maybe 5-7 minutes (if that) when the owner/proprietor/sales clerk came up, asked if we needed help and then grabbed one of the books from my hands, saying that this is not a library (and I know the difference between a library and a store, since I'm a professor and going to libraries is kind of a thing that I do on a regular basis). It is very hard to determine whether a book is worth buying without skimming through the pages.... I was actually about to buy that book by the way, but I was so shocked at how rudely I was treated that I walked out and continued my way to the National Galleries. This was my first experience in Edinburgh, but thankfully the rest of the city was very warm and kind.

An interesting comic book shop, it's so unassuming that you'd barely even notice it. The shop…read moreitself reminds me of a museum and I don't feel qualified enough to touch any of the items. The man who runs the store is great if you've got any questions but I can't help but feel this shop is best for people who know what they're looking for. Not for newbies!

I shop there pretty regualarly and George is really helpful and fair, especially when it comes to…read morepricing items, he's more than willing to order in something specific or reccomend items if your new to a certain comic. Much better than Forbidden Planet

New shop within a fantastic venue, who I will certainly be keeping an eye on...........read more

Deceiving. They make it seem like you'll receive hard copies of books - they even scam you by…read morecharging shipping. It's written in very fine print and easy to miss that you'll be receiving digital copies.

This is an interesting wee place. Where Forbidden Planet and A1 Comics know they have a monopoly on…read morethe comic book market in Glasgow, this little shop has somewhat taken the wind out of their sales. It is basically a walk in warehouse. It offers comics, toys, action figures, DC & Marvel figurines and has a growing number of customers worldwide. Buying comics can be a bit of an emotional minefield and not one I know a great deal about but the folk in here seem to know what they are talking about and do all they can to help you. They know my friend in there by name, which probably says more about him than it does about them :) Red Hot Comics has a real growing reputation amongst comic book lovers in Glasgow.

A wonderful store that sells all things geeky. Although not quite as extensive, just like the chain…read morestore Forbidden Planet this store gets regular deliveries of many of the latest comic books and additionally has a very extensive collection of older ones. There is also a collection of manga available as well as many other geeky things such as action figures, board games and trading cards. The shop keeper himself is very helpful and knowledgable about the goods he sells, and is perfectly willing to give advice if needed. I highly recommend this store! 5/5

Great shop! Loads of stock, all varieties. Comics are sold bagged and boarded! Real friendly…read morestaff. Saves having to travel to Glasgow to get your comic fix!

Listen to the bad reviews and stay far away, it's not worth the time or money. I never thought I'd…read morebe writing such a bad review for an independent comic shop because I've never ever had such a horrible experience. The first book I picked up (which was on display with a few others in the middle of the shop) had crushed papers and mouldy pages with a £20 price tag, and trust me, this guy did not seem like the haggling type. The boxes were also soggy and mouldy which was another red flag. The person I was with is an expert collector and had been carefully looking through the comics when the man sitting behind the desk (with his friends drinking at 2pm) started yelling something about being careful with the comics which we responded with "yes of course" because obviously we didn't want to overstep. We moved to a different section that didn't look as damaged and were yelled at again, this time extremely aggressive and rude saying he was going to throw us out if he has to tell us again and stood up as if he was going to shoo us away!! He literally said "I'm trying to have a chat with my mates" as if we were a hassle buying his comics!! We had already put a couple less damaged ones to the side and asked if they take card so it was obvious we were going to buy something and not just hanging around. We thought he was joking until he got more aggravated. We left immediately after. I don't know where all of the 5 stars on this place has come from but there's definitely something fishy about this place. And if another (nicer) employee works there than god bless them for keeping their business going. Forbidden Planet is worth the trip after such a sour one. If only no stars was an option.

Well if the dust and smoke filled room doesn't drive you out then just let the owner talk. Comic…read moreboxes were damp, many comics unbagged and selection was mediocre at best. No prices on anything. The most uninviting store I've ever seen.

This location is not available. Go to the 42 Shandwick Place location which I visited and fell in…read morelove! Awesome store with a pretty good collection of items. The staff were friendly and helpful if you have a question. Film and books are downstairs. CD's are down in and to the right, while the l.p's line the middle to the back and to the left. New releases and specials are in the front of the store. Music lovers, you will not be disappointed! The special prices of some items are like icing on a cake!

Once a thriving independent with a string of shops across the country, Fopp is now a small chain of…read moreeight shops bankrolled by HMV. Whilst this branch is a lot smaller and smarter than the original Edinburgh branch on Cockburn Street, it still stocks a cracking selection of CDs, DVDs, box-sets, graphic novels, books and tee-shirts. There's no listening booths unfortunately, but a lot of the new releases come with written descriptions and the staff are usually willing to play certain album if you ask nicely. As for the stock, we're talking fantastic compilations, back catalogues, re-issues and new releases for bargain basement prices. With great Blondie, Human League, Cocteau Twins, Nick Cave, Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Bob Dylan remasters for £3 each, I defy any fanatical music or film fan to come out with less than half a dozen goodies!

went in to ask about graphic novel, when I was trying to explain what I wanted the owner of the…read moreshop kept talking over me. when I asked about the two other shops in Glasgow, his response was "I don't know and I don't care what they do". I found him to be rude and ignorant.

If stan lee and the fantastic fours the thing had a love child, chris the owner would the that…read morechild. I have known chris for many years and it gives me immense pleasure to see him in a nice shop and when he started selling current comics as well as back issues I was over the moon. If you like comics and live in the west end show him some love. If your into comics but not from the west end SHOW HIM SOME LOVE! The shops 2 mins from hillhead subway, you've no excuse.

Good comic & collectible card shop located within the centre of paisley…read more The store sells the likes of Yu gi oh, pokemon, Magic the Gathering & has a small selection of Games workshop (Warhammer & 40k) items along with comics and sci-fi n fantasy books. Though I've only seen a small selection of the items in food wise it sells that seem to be fairly popular

Small friendly shop. Variety of board games for all ages. Table top role play and minis plus…read morepaints. Had a great chat with the staff and found not only some stuff for myself but also got some gifts to bring back for others. Liked it was in a quiet part of town away from all the tourist chaos and that it was a small business store and not a big box location. Highly recommend.

Ask your average Edinburgh resident where or what Black Lion is and they will probably point you…read moretowards the zoo. Ask your average nerd and they will point you towards Buccleuch St. If war-games, role-playing, board games, trading cards or anything of that sort is your thing, then Black Lion Games is the place for you. Don't be put off by its dark dingy exterior and grated windows, inside is bright fresh (newly refurbished) treasure trove for your inner child and suppressed imagination. There is nowhere else in Edinburgh quite like it. Black Lion should be intelligent-geek central. Given its relatively small size, the shop has a great range of stock. If they don't have something in, they will order it for you promptly. There is a nice variety of role-playing books, from well known games like Dungeons and Dragons and World of Darkness to less well known and independent games. The owners will be happy to help, and won't patronise you if you're just looking for a chess set and don't know what a level 20 Tarrasque is. The shop also supplies war-game miniatures and card games like Magic the Gathering or Legend of the Five Rings. To complement this nice dice, paints and other accessories are available. However if poring over vast tomes of rules and rolling dice isn't your sort of thing, there is also a great selection of classic and new board games and traditional games like chess, dominoes and backgammon. The staff will also be happy to get you started on a new hobby and games are sometimes run in the shop too. Don't be intimidated by nerds in their own territory, this place is worth a browse even if the closest thing to "Magic: The Gathering" you've got so far is the Beltane Fire Festival. The cost for board-games, role-playing books and miniatures always gears towards the pricey, but with the fluctuating popularity of such things, and the ever erratic role-playing market, Black Lion does a good job of just keeping itself going. It's also one of the few local, businesses like it, not just in Edinburgh but in Scotland and across the UK. A cool and original shop. Highly recommended.