Fantastic service and a huge selection at great prices! First off the staff are very helpful and knowledgeable. For the selection, they typically have variants of comics and if you have a subscription with them, you can request specific covers conveniently online. All of the prices are fair and reasonable, especially when getting specific variants. Highly recommend. read more

A very large selection of comics and graphic novels. They have manga as well as variant covers, posters, giant comics, and some stickers too. Staff was very helpful in suggesting new stuff after hearing some past comics that I have bought. They had Warhammer stuff as well, but I am not sure much about it. I got some independent comics as well as Marvel and some queer comics too. Enjoyed my time there. read more

The best comic shop in the Seattle area. Great service, great selection! They carry lots of independent comics for those of us who like something different. read more

My first time going into a comic book shop as a new comic book reader. The owner was awesome and helped me out so much. This place is great and I will be back read more

Great selection of new comics with ample supply of variant covers each week. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. My go to for new comics releases that I failed to preorder. read more

There is nothing like a good comic shop and this is a good comic shop. This comic shop also has games and a wide selection of modern comics and picture books. If you shop around, you can see a wide variety of styles and ideas here and if you buy you are supporting a local business and get great stuff to read, look at and savor. read more

Little or no back issues on hand. Passable selection of new issues, trade paperbacks, hardcovers, RPGs and gaming sets. Previously, after their relocation to Shoreline I was told it was going to be a few months before their back issue stock was made accessible to customers again. I have since checked back in twice in the course of the last three(?) years and the back issues have still has not been organized, or made available for customers to shop. read more

Nice store , lots of cool stuff to buy besides comics. Toys, Pops , collectibles. Last few times I've been in with a buddy the dude at the register just stood there and gave us a weird stare for a long time . Felt uncomfortable. No greeting or acknowledgment. Otherwise enjoy read more

Finally had an opportunity to check the new location for Arcane Comics in Shoreline. Much larger retail space with shelves and display cases full of comic books, graphic novels, minis, collectible figures, gaming sets, T-shirts, cards, and other ephemera. Friendly, knowledgeable staff too! Plenty of available parking! Where else can I find Star Wars gear: Millennium Falcon bottle opener, R2D2 teapot, and a Darth Vader/Stormtrooper salt and pepper set? Goes well with my Darth Vader toaster from last Christmas. Terrific addition to Shoreline! read more

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Fantastic shop, they have been earning my business for at least a decade now/since the Ballrd days. Great selection, great advice when i'm looking for something new to try, and frankly, I love that when i forget to stop by, they charge my CC and just hand me the books next time I do come in. That tells me they know how to run a business sustainably. read more

Scott and Kevin run a great comic book shop in Ballard. They are really cool people that will bend over backwards to help you find what you are looking for. What really separates this comic shop from a lot of others is their subscription service. Most places charge a non-refundable fee to start a subscription with a minimum number of regular monthly titles per month which does not include limited series. At Arcane, there isn't a start-up fee, you can start your subscription with one title, order limited series and your comics come bagged and boarded at no extra charge! Plus you get a percentage discount up to 20% depending on the number of titles you subscribe to! Then as a subscription customer you get a discount of 10% on back issue comics and everything else in the store (t-shirts, graphic novels, DVDs, action figures, etc...)! The only stipulation is that you pick up your books every month. You simply cannot beat that deal. Also you can manage your subscription via their website which allows you to add or delete titles. read more

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Great shop! The staff is knowledgeable and fun to chat with. They don't just agree with you to get a sale, if you ask about a certain series they'll tell you in their opinion the truth. Love the transparency. The website could use some work BUT, it's extremely convenient if you keep a box with them. You can add or remove subscriptions, order through their site as well as check out what's coming out each week. This is the farthest shop around my immediate area but my first stop every Wednesday. It is more than just a comic book shop, they also have D&D events, and I'm not sure if they do Magic the Gathering. Don't quote me on that, I'll check next time. In short, this place is dope. read more

Big let down since it has such good reviews. I feel like there needs to be a secret room that I missed. It was just a comic book store and nothing special. The frontage is bad and i walked by it thinking the faded comic posters were for a liquor store. The selection was good but not amazing. I had troubles finding anything new or interesting to make me go out of my way to get here. I guess i found there manga and omnibus books lacking. Don't get me wrong it's a great place to go if this was your closest store. The staff were friendly and knew where the book you wanted was, so ask them for help. The place is kid friendly to you want your child to pick up a comic. However, I am positive a guy was smoking weed in the backroom that could smell it long after he finished and so could the two 10 year olds by the door with their dad. read more

Awesome team, always let's me know of upcoming titles and if they would to know if they would like to put the title in my subscription box. They are always great to chat with and always having a good time. Very inviti g atmosphere and very knowledgeable on titles, characters, and the artists/writers read more

Arcane Comics is the place to go to if you're looking for a supportive staff with knowledge of comics, games and more! This group really knows their stuff, will research what they don't and want you to leave happy. They are inclusive, have a great subscription box service and are generally very kind. It's been fun to watch the store evolve over the years to include the gaming space in the back (not currently available due to Covid) to host monthly gaming and show off new games. They currently have two live streams on Facebook that replicate the feel of being there for an event. Cheers to Arcane! read more

Really awesome comic book shop that also has a big board game collection and cool events. The owner and staff are great people. Recommend!

This is hands down without a doubt my favorite Comic book shop in the city. I find myself hopping around a plethora of different shops in my quest for geeky glory. But since I started running LiftedGeek.com, I've found that keeping up with my geek game needed to to leveled up a little bit. Whenever I'm in Ballard and in need of a superhero fix, I pop by Arcane. The selection is wide and they are such great guys here. They go out of their way to get you the books you need and from what I understand, their subscription service is pretty awesome. I tend to go digital for most of my comics, but sometimes I like to collect variants, special limited series, or for some of my favorites I'll buy a physical copy with my digital. Either way, this is one of my spots! Whether you like Superman, Spider-Man, or some manner of heroic... Arcane is your spot. 5 GO-web-GO stars or of 5 read more

The best comic shop I've ever shopped at. The staff knows their business and after talking about what you've enjoyed reading previously they can make solid recommendations for other titles that you'd like. I have never been steered wrong by a recommendation by the staff there. The subscription service is easily one of the best that I've seen and their stock is diverse and well-organized. If you're looking for mainstream titles or something indie, you'll find it at Arcane. I simply can't recommend doing your comic shopping here enough. read more

Shop is nice, clean and organized. They have lots of new comics and other things in weekly. Only thing I wished they have was more older comics for in store customers to browser thru. They offer these comics on their ebay store so I can see why they don't let in store customers browser them. I guess I will just keep buying old comics on eBay. read more

Wow, these guys pretty much get awesome reviews! Good for them- I'm sure they probably provide great service to most people. But man, if you are some old dude with a paper bag full of comics you have a few questions about, then you are clearly a time waster. Look out! You will get the cold shoulder, totally looked down upon, and condascended to. What I got was "Check ebay". Thanks, dude, that's helpful. Gosh, I never heard of this ebay thing (sarcasm). I have never felt more of a "Get the hell out of my store and stop wasting my time" vibe in well, as long as I can remember. Sure, I did wander in with a bag full of comics, but only because I was specifcally told to by some dude name Scott that I'd talked to on the phone! The dude working this day could not have been he same guy. Anyway, I don't know what I expected. Hell, I would still have this stuff sitting in storage had I not spoken to some guy there on the phone purely out of curiosity. Was not looking to have anything "priced" or anything but maybe have an interesting conversation, and maybe support a Ballard business that is clearly well established and highly regarded. But I did not even get the chance to state that given the attitude. It was a nice sunny day, but man, this old clueless dude felt a big time chill that afternoon. I guess I just feel like any business should a very least act like they give a hoot about you, and this dude clearly did not. Two stars only because Scott was cool on the phone. read more

Most recently, I rolled up in here (or so I'm told) after I had a minor procedure in the hospital. I was hella drugged up and only remember sitting on the curb outside, "...taking in some 'rays." According to my wife, I was in the store for over an hour. All I know is I woke up in my bed with a stack of comics about six inches high. And apparently, I have impeccable taste in comics while under the influence. The bill came later... Hands down, best comic book store in Seattle, with regard to new title selection. read more

I couldn't click 5 stars fast enough. Ballard is fast becoming my one-stop shop for geeky sundries. For years I've been a regular at a local trading card and board game shop, and what compliments this better than an amazing comic shop? I first walked into Arcane Comics over a year ago (summer, 2012) to pick up some trade paperbacks of TWD, having never really been in a comic store before. Scott may have sensed this, as he was incredibly accommodating for me. He spent a good 10 minutes with me talking about various comics and stories that I enjoy to get a feel for my taste, and after hearing about my predilection for Final Fantasy and Y: the Last Man, suggested I pick up a new title that was generating a bunch of buzz called 'Saga'. Little did I know how addicted I would be for picking up the next issue. Arcane Comics has an excellent online subscription service that makes it incredibly easy to add new titles to your box, with various options for pickup, or delivery if you prefer. With the only requirement being to stop by the store once a month, it's very convenient for someone like me who lives in Renton. Pretty much the only negative I can think of with AC is a couple issues that came up with special orders. Both times this happened, they were very helpful in resolving the issue to prevent me from being overcharged. Work with them, and you won't go wrong. One thing I really want to mention, their trade paperback collection is insane. I have yet to see one as complete as theirs covering entire walls. They even had the TPB of Serenity from several years ago, the first time I'd seen it in a store. One of my favorite parts of their store is their "Intro TPB" wall, where they have some of their favorite volume 1's of all time. These recommended reads are based on their taste and experience, which after speaking with them both is vast. While there's legions of other reasons to come here, do you really need any more? EDIT: I'll give you one more. The man (owner) knows his baseball. read more

Love. This. Place. Great subscription service... with free bags & boards and 10% off! They never miss a comic. AND you can add and subtract subscriptions online! AND they will order comics for you... AND they email you the list of comics that are new each week... AND they have great comic recommendations... AND they amazingly remember who you are (!!)... AND they are awesome guys... AND they know their comics: very well read and stoked on good comics... AND Brett has great taste in the background music. Love it! read more

This Comic shop is a True Gem..I love Trade Paperbacks and Arcane has a vast selection; More than your typical comic shop. The store is layed out well and i feel like i can see what all is there without being overwhelmed. Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. read more

Pretty standard comic book shop. Though they do carry a very large selection of trades, though mostly DC and Marvel. They will order you other stuff at your request. The shop has gotten a lot nicer since they opened the store into the other part of the building they rent. They've greatly expanded their selection of children's titles, which is really great. They have one of the best subscription services/deals in town. Their store is a little hidden as it's not accessible by car (you are in Ballard) from 15th. Their parking lot is off 58th. read more

The only bad thing I can say about Arcane is that Brett has gotten to knowy taste so well that my shelves are full, and I have no money. Friendly staff, great selection, nice and local. A lot of their trades are at the West Seattle store, but they're great about ordering or transfering anything you ask for. I think best of all, it feels like a comic shop not a toy and card shop that sells comics. read more

Nice clean store with lots of comics. The staff is knowledgeable and can help you find whatever you need. read more

Arcane Comics - Comic Books Near Me - Shoreline, Washington

Yeah, this place rocks. I will admit that when I first started coming, I didn't get the warm fuzzies from Bret. But hey, comic book shop owners are just not gonna act like used car salesmen. When I started coming regularly and asking for titles that they were selling out of, they turned me on to their awesome subscription service and now treat me like one of the family. I bring my boys because they have a good kids' section. They have great graphic novels. The staff picks have proved to be winners: I've gotten turned on to some great stuff from Arcane. Definitely worth seeking out the tucked away location. Gotta wrap up this review and read some comics!!!!! read more

I would have never started reading comics again if it hadn't been for Arcane. The thing that I enjoy about independent book and music stores is that you get real people's opinions of what is good taste. My favorite part about Arcane is the staff favorites section. Over time I have learned which employee likes what, and who has taste similar to my own. Amazon can try to emulate this, but nothing can replace the ability to have a one on one conversation about comics. I have learned to trust the opinions of the employees there, and time and time again they have introduced me to books that I probably never would have picked up on my own. I like to pop my head in comic shops when I travel just to see what is out there, and I have yet to find another comic shop that I like as much as my hometown favorite, Aracane. read more

This is *THE* comic shop to go to. Scott (the owner) is always fun to talk to, he knows his comics and loves to discuss just about anything (Although don't get him started on WoW... haha) I've been a customer there for about 4 years now. Full subscription service, awesome selection, friendly staff. A real gem. They just started up another location in West Seattle which has the potential to be really awesome. They're still in the process of getting the store setup and organized, but they are open. Much bigger than Ballard, but Ballard's my main home store. :) If you stop by, tell Scott that Yes Serious sent you. read more

The BEST place for comics in Seattle! I have a subscription there for my favorite books and when the times got tough they still treated me as if I'm a valued customer. They are knowledgeable, friendly and approachable. I see kids in there all the time which tells you they're a real comic shop, not some collector dungeon. They helped me find my grove very quickly when I decided to go back to reading graphic novels. Be aware though that they do push sales and it's evident if you watch them sell to another customer. Your not going to find a place that doesn't do that, I think it's just part of being a book store. read more

Marvels Civil War got me back into comics. And Arcane got me back into buying them. The staff is the best; they showed me all the great stuff i wouldn't otherwise know about like Sweet tooth. Their subscription service is the best in town, it's a great deal. They have sales from time to time that are always worth going to. Also they have meet and great events for local artiest.. Best Comic ship in the emerald. So say we all. read more

Great lil' comic book shop, with most excellent owners and employees. I haven't been in a year or so simply because I've had to make some economic choices. Before that, however, I was a regular for many, many yers. they have an insane variety of books, and are always willing to discuss anything comic related. They take your ideas seriously, and can recommend books based on previous titles you've enjoyed. They are more than willing to help you to expand your boundaries in regards to the choice of art, style and story, and won't hesitate to steer you away fro what they might consider crap, even if it means losing a sale. They want their customers happy, and are willing to make sure they are honest in their recommendations. I love 'em and will go back as soon as I can! read more

First visit was nothing short of perfect customer service. I went asking a few questions about what comics they would recommend me looking into, I was given about 15 comics for free to take home. I'll definitely be back. The store itself had all the new lines of comics most people would want as well as some collectors items to look at. Toys and hardback books are also available. Great comic store and even better service. read more

Great selection and fantastic service - they always go the extra mile to help my son find just what he's looking for. read more

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It's a good shop. A lot of variety for the size of the store. But now with two locations, the other in West Seattle, I think the word will spread quickly about this place. Like any store they'll order what you want. As for back issues there are none to rifle through but they have some key issues behind a glass case that you can oggle at. If you're ever on 15th they're a couple blocks up on the left from Market Street, behind a dental clinic. And they have parking! read more

Hands down the best comic book shop in town. And they're even better now that they're in a much, much, much larger location in Shoreline.They still have a phenomenal selection of trades, a massive all-ages section, and great recommended shelves where I always find something new to read. Their subscription service is great. Unlike some other shops in town, they don't force you to have a minimum number of titles for a discount, so as long as you have at least one thing on your list you get 10% off every single item in their store. Yeah, it's a bit of a longer trek now that they're farther up north rather than in Ballard. But trust me, it's totally worth the drive. read more

Pretty standard shop. If you are in Ballard, just about your only option. Glad they managed to stay in business. If you want something eclectic, call first. If you want a comic, go if you are close, what are you waiting for? read more

This comic book store is freaking awesome. They stock so many books I worry sometimes they might be overstocked! When I stopped in here it was a lazy sunday morning about 11am. The fellow manning the store was great and showed me around. He gave me a free long-box and convinced me to buy two new series I wasn't even considering, but that I am very happy with. If any other store runs dry on your favorite comic book, these guys will most likely have it. They keep an amazing stock of back issues too (just ask, since they're in the back storage room. I'll be coming back here again for sure, it's a great store, you should check out. read more

Awesome comic shop, great subscription service, amazing staff. Good selection, excellent suggestions from the staff, and they'll remember you if you've been in more than once. Sometimes even before I get through the door, they're pulling comics from my box. And as others have mentioned, the focus is on comics. Other merchandise is available, but it doesn't dominate the shelves. This is a comic shop, a real comic shop, and nothing but a comic shop. If there's anything about this place that doesn't feel exactly like an old-fashioned comic shop, it's the friendly staff and welcoming air. Anyone can walk into this place, from the hardcore comics nerd to the person who used to read a few comics as a kid and wants to see what's out there today to the person who's never read a single comic. The Arcane crew will be excited to see you, and they'll find you a good read that fits your tastes. read more