We planned to be in Mandarin over the weekend so I suggested be stop in at Mythical Mountain while…read morewe were out that way. If you love comics and pop culture in general, you really need to stop by this store. We try to stop in whenever we're over in Mandarin. While I've never been big into comic books, I've always loved pop culture collectibles. I know they can't carry everything in store but every time we're in there I'm amazed by how much they do have on hand. Sure, there are huge online stores that you can order tons of things from but like always, I'd rather support a local Jacksonville business if at all possible. Especially if it's a place I've received great customer service from before and that's the case with Mythical Mountain. We've called ahead before when we were looking for gifts and had them remember the call hours later when we got to the store and helped us find the perfect gift. I took a few pics to share but I still don't think it gives you a good idea of how much stuff they have in the store. I didn't find anything I wanted to pick up today but my wife found a Mick Foley action figure that she bought for herself, so that's a win for America. If you needed any further proof of the level of customer service and care they provide, you don't really need to look further than the most recent post I made about them in the the Jacksonville Fun, Eats & Drinks Facebook group. I posted a recap of our most recent visit in the group and mentioned the part you just read about how I didn't find anything then I mentioned that I need to call them some time to see if they can get their hands on one of the Michael Jackson figures made by Blitzway because they seem like the type of store that might be able to get that type of thing. Then I went on to say that even if they can't get it, I'd still rather try if I can go through a local place first before somewhere online. Within minutes, the store owner left a comment asking me to send her a DM with information on what I'm looking for to see if she can help. See what I mean? You can't get that kind of customer service from any online store, no matter how big and bad they are... If you like stuff like this, stop in at Mythical Mountain in Mandarin some time. Even if collectables or comics aren't your thing, I bet you could find a gift for someone you know at this store with ease. As I mentioned, a version of this post originally appeared in the Jacksonville Fun, Eats & Drinks Facebook group.

A great place for anime fans and collectors. They have a great selection and the prices are…read morereasonable. The staff is very helpful and will try to order something if not in stock. Will definitely be back.

There aren't many places out there like this anymore. Awesome Toys is kind of an institution here…read morein Jacksonville for toy collectors. Kaon, the owner is well known in the community and does a weekly auction on Facebook along with being at various comic and toy shows as well. If you're looking for an old toy from your youth, there is a good chance this place could have it. Go in, get some nostalgia and maybe pick up a piece of your childhood or several. You'll be happy you did.

Love this place. Has soo many cool finds and the prices are flexible and reasonable. At this…read morelocation I managed to find some strawberry shortcake dolls. Even though the condition was a bit rough, they cleaned up very nicely. I was also able to snag a vintage Sesame Street mug for a reasonable price as well. Definitely worth checking out.

Every time that I swing by to pick up my pull and any time that I walk through the door, I'm…read morereminded why our local geek community loves Gotham City Limit so much. The energy is always high, the vibes are immaculate, and the staff keeps the shelves stocked with a ridiculous variety of comics, collectibles, action figures, FUNKO Pops, short boxes, supplies, and more. It's literally the kind of place where you can lose an hour without even realizing it. First off, say hello to Pacer, the AMAZING shop dog and official mascot of Gotham City Limit. He's the sweetest, the best greeter, and the best browsing buddy. Who doesn't want to shop with a good boy by your side? If you don't see Ben, you'll definitely hear his greeting from somewhere in the store as that man is just nonstop. Ben's dedication shows, especially on Free Comic Book Day and special release days, when Gotham City Limit turns into a full-blown celebration. On top of that, he partners with Jacksonville Public Library when they host comic-centered events and you'll see him at different conventions throughout the year. Ben makes sure everyone, from kids to hardcore collectors, feels welcome and included. Also big love to Jonathan (one of the OGs of comic shops in Jax) and Santana, who are always ready to talk storylines, their newest recommendations, or help you find the one issue that you didn't know you were missing. My pull list will ebb and flow depending on what is being released or if I want single issues of something. However, the numero uno items that I always want to see are the latest Baby Marvel covers from Skottie Young. The team has my account tagged for those specifically, and that kind of attention to detail is incredible. It's the kind of personal touch that makes you feel truly seen as a collector and fan. Gotham City Limit is a little slice of geeky heaven in Jax and one of the last remaining locally owned comic shops in this area of town. So make sure to swing by for a visit sometime soon and, as Ben says, always take it to the limit!

Great selection of Comics and toys and the owner, Ben is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about…read morecomics

Every year I visit Jacksonville and Jacksonville Sports Cards is my go to place for cards and…read morememorabilia. Prices are fair and the staff provides knowledgeable assistance.

Swung by the store today with my son to pick up some new packs of the 2022 Topps Series 1 since…read morethey were released last week. Place was busy but everyone was courteous and the line moved quickly. Purchased two jumbo packs and a storage box. The owner of the store took some time to talk to my son and in the end gave him a Shohei Ohtani card after learning that my son really liked him. Can't say enough good things about this place. I really enjoy doing business with them.

If your kid collects Pokémon this is the place to go. Great well lit well stocked shop with…read morefriendly knowledgeable employees who are not bothered by a million and one questions from small children! They send cards out for grading and will purchase your cards as well!

As a new to the trading card game, I am always very intimidated when I entering shops for the first…read moretime. This shop has been for the sweetest owners I have ever met. I have only been in twice and on both visits they took their time to break everything down and explain it for me and my partner. They have fair prices and accept trades for about 70 to 80% of market value. They have a huge selection of Pokémon, sports, Magic, Lorcana & more! They also have a spot next door where they host tournaments. I 100% recommend checking out this card shop if you're on the west side!

It is truly hard these days to find a quality TCG and sports card shop that lives up to the old…read moreschool style and service that helped many of us older people to fall in love with our hobbies. This is one of the few left in the country that serves as an example for what a card store should be. Amazing customer service with an extremely passionate and knowledgeable staff. They work hard to help you find the cards you're looking for and the pricing is very reasonable. I will 100% come back next time I am in town and would recommend this place to everyone.

This place is absolutely incredible! So much TCG stuff. Staff are friendly. Big space with a lot of…read moretables. A lot of cool signed baseball stuff. Definitely a place I would go back to again in the future.

As a collectible card game player, Vortex is a regular stop on my way home. Good selection and…read morefantastic service. There is usually a pick up game of Magic going on even when they aren't hosting official games as part of an event.

I visited this store several times during my trip to Jacksonville. They have a great variety of…read moreMagic: The Gathering Commander decks and plenty of other cool merchandise. I was looking for a few basic white Plains cards, and the store clerk was kind enough to give me some for free--really appreciated the generosity! Highly recommend stopping by if you're into Magic or other hobbies.

Good selection and decent prices. Membership adds to the decent prices (free). Parking is…read moreavailable with no problem. Nice staff.

I popped in to check out Jacksonville's newest art supply store! Bring on the paints, brushes,…read morecanvas and more! They offer framing too. Whether you work in oils, acrylics, watercolor, resins or any and all kinds of drawing- they have a fantastic assortment of it all! There is so much selections of paints! And the aisle of brushes- I may have picked up a pack! I want to hit the loose brushes hard. And I already have a ton of brushes! I went in with the idea of restraint. I have a lot of supplies already at home, but everything is SO tempting!!! Plus I got a grand opening discount~ hey heeeyyyyy!!! The ladies at the register even helped me look up more poorly described brush I have at home! I would love a replacement- but it's quite an unusual brush. They found it on the website! So I am off to explore that now! Happy arting and shopping!