This place is terrific. Geek heaven. Great selection of single issues and trades, and huge boxes of…read moreold archival stuff. A large gaming area for tabletop games. Tons of tempting action figures and sculptures. Books on creating comics. The staff are always helpful and willing to assist me in finding anything I can't quite place or remember. The negative reviews I've read here seem to expect some kind of big-box-store phony PR campaign from the staff. I think they are mistaking people who are naturally shy or introverted (typical comic book readers?) with being unfriendly or unwilling to help. When I've taken the time to engage with the guys who work here I've had nothing but great experiences, digging through crates to find a certain story arc with my favorite characters, getting recommendations based on other things I've enjoyed, having variant covers set aside until they're ready to go on sale, etc. I'm always greeted by someone at either door when I walk in, and even though they know me by now they always ask if they can help me find anything. I don't know what people are expecting. Complimentary tiramisu? Overall this place is a great regular stop if you're a comic book, tabletop or action figure/memorabilia collector and I strongly disagree with reviews stating that the customer service is lukewarm. If you're comfortable in any other hobbyist shop you'll be comfortable here.

Frankly I find this store overly crowded and not terribly friendly. As a woman who happens to be…read moreinterested in comic books, general geeky things, and games, I find it to be exceedingly important that there be good sight lines in a store of this variety and I find it confusing and hard to navigate as a store location. It really could lead to some uncomfortable encounters with staff or patrons simply because of the layout of the store. In addition I was there with a tall person recently and the items hanging from the ceiling hit his head. This is not good in general. It's a very disorganized clutter-filled store. And feels unusually crowded even when not many people are in there. I would much rather patronize other similar stores in Edmonton that do not have quite such a cluttered/unsafe aesthetic. It also took us a LONG time to find a staff member to help us in searching for a comic we were seeking (it was unavailable). It's good that this part of town has comics/games/etc. options for shopping but I really wish that it were more of a friendly place to shop, especially for people who are new to particular hobbies.

Love it! I was on the hunt for back issues and this place was recommended to me & it is amazing…read more Had so many back issues I wanted I was sad I didn't have unlimited $$! The staff was also super friendly and helpful. Cool laid back atmosphere, if you are on the hunt for old issues or other collectables check it out!

I came across this place totally by accident. I was doing some shopping on Whyte Ave and noticed an…read moreA-frame board advertising the store. I had never heard of it before so I decided to pop-up to the second floor and check it out. It shares the space with Shades of Grey Tattoos. The owner or manager started chatting with me as I looked around. He mentioned that the Tattoo shop already had some comic back issues and toys but he has come in to run a bigger comic/collectible store in half the space. It looked like things were still getting set -up so I am assuming this part of the shop is still quite new. Because they share the space it is a much smaller shop than many other comic/collectible places but it still is pretty cool. They have a great selection of vintage toys and he also showed me some certified comics worth between $2500-$8500 each! If you are into comics and collectibles you should definetly check out this shop!

I've been a fan of Rolling Tales since day 1 and was so happy when they made the move downtown…read morewhich made it easier for me to stop by more often (huge loss for folks on the south side!) Their new space feels cozy but it larger than I expected it to be. It is bright and colourful, particularly in the juvenile section. Their focus is on graphic novels, comics, and manga andy do a great job choosing featured books to fit their community. They also sell a collection of action figures, toys, and games with something for everyone. I most recently visited on Free Comic Book day (first saturday in May!) and they did a great job making it a fun, engaging experience with artist guests and activities. Rolling Tales is a great addition to the downtown community!

Amazing addition to Edmonton's comics and gaming scenes. The store is almost split perfectly into…read morehalf comics/graphic novels and half gaming supplies like dice and cards. Wonderful staff. I can't speak much about games but I do enjoy comics and graphic novels, and this place has a great selection of different topics and for varies age levels. I was especially impressed by the shelves dedicated to topics concerning LGBTQ2SIA+ and healthy sexuality. Worth the trip out to Terwillegar.

Took the whole fam jam clan to Variant Edition Comics & Culture last Saturday for Free Comic Book…read moreDay 2017. The store was jam packed with shoppers galore and seemed to be a pretty happening place. The staff were friendly and there was a large variety of comic books to peruse. The kiddos like the young reader book section (great choices for graphic novels). I didn't realize they bought and sold books here as well. A highlight of this location is the life-size Doctor Who Tardis. While this isn't our local comic book store, it's always fun to check out another Comic Book store and see what's new! Two Thumbs Up!

I don't get to go to VE as often as I'd like, since it's a bit of a trek for me and money is a bit…read moretight these days, but I adore this store. Danica is a kind of "comic whisperer," with a great talent for suggesting titles you'll love based on other things you've liked. She's introduced me to so many great books. Brandon is also fantastic. I've absolutely had the experience of getting ignored when shopping for comics, and the personal attention Danica and Brandon give to all their customers is really fantastic. I also really appreciate the number of community driven events they host in the store. Overall, a fantastic addition to the community.

Stay far far away. Completely fraudulent company. Sold me a book, but didn't deliver it. Out…read moreover $1,000. Don't let it be you

This is a store for serious comic collectors and fans. They don't get regular shipments of new…read morecomics, but are filled wall to wall with classic titles and back issues. I stopped in here briefly to check it out and did not stay as long as I wanted, or else I would have ended up going down the proverbial rabbit hole.

Roy is the man! i love thunderground. Its a home away from home. Its always welcoming and friendly,…read moreclean and awesome! great selection of nerdy goodness

Favorite place to go, good prices welcoming people and some great finds too. Roys a good guy and i…read morewould definitely recommend this to anyone who enjoys comics or cards.

Hello True Believers,…read more Comic Fever in North Central Edmonton is an awesome little comic shop. My favorite attribute is the incentives! If you keep a file you get a discount, the more books you by, the more uyou save (up to 25% off cover price) also regular sales and promotions make each trip exciting beyond your new reads. I'm not into gaming but it is also quite a hotbed for gaming activity. With regularly scheduled campaigns played instore it can be a very interactive enviroment. Talk to Lee, he is the owner/operator and a really good guy to deal with

I have been a file holder for 25 years. Lee has recently embraced CGC comics and has a great…read moreselection. In my opinion this is the best comic store in Edmonton

The staff are friendly but they do not have a lot of selection. I ordered 2 items 3 months ago and…read morehave never heard anything back. I found the items 2 weeks ago in Vancouver. It is also a little dark and seems a little outdated

I visited this store for the first time the other day because I was looking for a special item that…read moreI could find nowhere else. I usually only visit comic and collectible stores for trading or buying Magic the Gathering items. Upon entering this store I headed straight towards the MTG section. What I found was a very bare case and little to no variety. Most of the MTG stuff they carry is all for people who play standard format. Their selection is in definite need of a boost. Also, like the Wizards store in Edmonton their pricing is outrageously expensive. Normally I can find what they sell in other collectible shops for 25%-50% cheaper. So, I was once again disappointed. Then when I asked to have a glance at their "buy" list it was one sheet. One sheet! For any other MTG players I am sure this is something not often seen. Most buy lists are substantially larger. But, as I said before they only cater to the MTG players that play standard format. However, despite the poor selection and bad prices the staff here were very friendly. They were helpful, knowledgeable, and much better than the staff at Wizards in Edmonton. All in all I think I will only visit this store if I need something I know they have and I cannot get anywhere else. It was a "meh" experience.

Always a pleasure to visit this store! Great selection and friendly staff. Recommend highly.read more

Nerds Galore! This place is filled with sci-fi collectables, from toys, board games, cards, comics…read moreand a few cosplay costumes. Next door is where you gather with random people and play card tournaments such as magic the gathering and etc. This place seems to have a decent price for their board games with plentiful of comics. Their models/action figures are quite pricey. Staff is friendly, parking is extremely cramped even around the building. Haven't checked if they have washrooms but the layout was quite sufficient. You may need to squeeze in-between people while browsing in-store due to the small space inside. But either than that, yup i'd buy board games here. Only problem is the location, exiting can be a hassle if your driving. Recommended for guys with spectacles, or just for browsing.

I had to write about this place because it carries something that so few places carry - The…read moreNorthern Miner. I have been all over looking for this stupid paper (I don't but them for myself, I buy them for my boyfriend's dad) and no one ever has it! Except for United Express. And I love them for it. Also, I was pleasantly surprised by the young lady working there. She was very friendly, knew exactly what I was talking about, and knew exactly where it was! That is a lot to ask in today's world! Good customer service is hard to find! So if you're looking for magazines and papers that other places don't usually have, give this place a try. I was pleasantly surprised!

One of the few places to buy Mad Magazine. Great overall selection. Nice staff,read more