With their snazzy uniforms, the crew at Heroes and Villains is giving the rest of us comic-book fans a good image that we may not deserve. The store itself might defy your idea of the classic cluttered comic-book shop—everything is well-organized and up-to-date, and staff members are always willing to guide you on your next purchase. They've got a nice selection of mainstream comics, as well as DVDs and all kinds of collectibles. They also sometimes offer drawing classes, so you can test out your skills and learn a few tricks of the trade. And remember, Free Comic Book Day is the first Saturday in May, and it's always celebrated at Heroes and Villains!
Runners up:
2. R-Galaxy
2420 N. Campbell Ave.
322-0422, r-galaxy.com
3. GameStop
Various locations
