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'Absolute Batman' Anime Rumors Intensify Ahead of San Diego Comic-Con
by Brad Miska on June 19, 2026
Rumors of an 'Absolute Batman' anime are gaining traction ahead of Comic-Con, fueled by creator comments and growing industry speculation.
Kotobukiya San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Exclusives & Freebies
by Kerry Dixon on June 19, 2026
Kotobukiya, the acclaimed Japanese manufacturer that creates fan-favorite, detailed figures, model kits, statues, and collectibles, is returning to San Diego Comic-Con once again for 2026. Even if you’re not planning on adding a new figure to your collection, you’ll still want to swing by the booth. Again this year, Kotobukiya will be giving away four
Nucleus San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Exclusives, Signings, & More
by Erin Tapken on June 19, 2026
Always one of our first stops in the exhibit hall, fan-favorite California-based art gallery and retailer Nucleus, otherwise known as “Gallery Nucleus”, will be once again exhibiting at San Diego Comic-Con and stocking their booth to the hilt with several of their finest artists, plus an array of exclusive prints. You’ll be able to find
Join XLE Productions for an Anime-Themed Party Plus Ultra at San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by Kerry Dixon on June 19, 2026
XLE is back with the second fan-forward party of the year at San Diego Comic-Con, and this time they’re turning Parq Nightclub into a full-blown anime battleground with their Party Plus Ultra on Thursday, July 23 from 8pm-1:30am. It’s an anime-themed celebration inspired by the series and fandoms that have defined convention culture for decades.
True Edge San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Exclusives
by Erin Tapken on June 18, 2026
True Edge Knives does more than their name would suggest, much, much more. They create some of the finest licensed jewelry, enamel pins and prints in all of fandom We missed them on the exhibit floor last year, but are pleased to announce their triumphant return to booth #5606 where they will be offering several
BB-CRE.8 San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Exclusives
by Kerry Dixon on June 18, 2026
The Force is strong with BB-CRE.8’s San Diego Comic-Con exclusives. The pin makers are back at Booth #1332, bringing a new collection of Star Wars-themed exclusives for fans looking to add a little more of a galaxy far, far away to their lanyards (or bags… or jackets… or anything else!). One of our favorite things
Beginner's Guide to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 with Parks & Cons
by Kerry Dixon on June 18, 2026
Are you heading to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 for the first time? Just need a refresher? Parks & Cons have years of experience covering the convention from every angle, and they’re here with a new 2026 Beginner’s Guide to San Diego Comic-Con to walk you through everything you need to know. In this guide, they’ll
Artist Russell Walks San Diego Comic-Con 2026 Exclusives
by Kerry Dixon on June 18, 2026
Artist Russell Walks has spent decades bringing some of pop culture’s most beloved characters and galaxies to life through his richly detailed artwork. Best known for his Star Wars pieces, he has also created artwork for almost every major entertainment brand, including Lucasfilm, Disney, Marvel, Paramount, and Warner Bros., earning a reputation as one of
Harbor Drive Closing to Traffic for San Diego Comic-Con 2026
by Kerry Dixon on June 18, 2026
Start planning your traffic routes now. Harbor Drive in front of the San Diego Convention Center will once again be closed to the general public and traffic during peak Comic-Con hours. This has been the case every year of the convention since 2018, and it helps to give San Diego Comic-Con more of its enclosed, “Comic-Con campus” feeling — while also […]
Does D23 Mean Marvel Studios Won't Be at San Diego Comic-Con?
by Kerry Dixon on June 18, 2026
Every other year, as soon as D23 rolls around, the same rumor starts making the rounds online: “D23 means Marvel Studios won’t be at San Diego Comic-Con.” It’s a belief that has become so common that many fans online now treat it as fact. The thinking is, “Why would Disney bring Marvel Studios to San

COMICS SHOP NEWS

At 50, Vernon man turns passion for comics into profession
by Ben Bulmer on June 19, 2026
In an online world, people want physical media.
Jean Grey actress Famke Janssen didn’t know who the X-Men were when she was cast, so she had to ask her local comic shop
by Joshua Lapin-Bertone on June 18, 2026
Jean Grey actress Famke Janssen once walked into a comic book shop and asked if anybody knew who the X-Men were.
Cafe Earns National Accolades + Boating, Fishing Stores Closing + Home Goods Shop Opening: MD Business News
by Kristin Danley-Greiner on June 18, 2026
A farm-to-table eatery in Maryland has closed its doors, a comics book shop has opened another location and a taco joint debuts 3rd site.
6 Forgotten Movie Trilogies That Are Amazing From Start to Finish
by Liam Gaughan on June 18, 2026
Forgotten and overlooked movie trilogies like Bill & Ted, Unbreakable, and Ocean's Eleven are genuinely great and entertaining all the way through.
New Star Trek is scheduled to haunt comic book stores at Halloween
by Steven Thrash on June 17, 2026
Halloween & Trek fans, "Whatever you do, don’t step into the holosuite alone!”
New Star Trek comic book's graphic first look features bloody Romulan & a Mugato!
by Steven Thrash on June 16, 2026
Ghost of the 21st Century begins haunting comic book stores this summer.

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