Meet Ryan, the collector behind ROOB Comics
An independent online comic shop for readers and collectors, featuring Marvel, DC and indie comics, rare variants, foil covers, collector editions and mystery boxes.
My name is Ryan Brook, and I am the founder of ROOB Comics.
I started selling comics on eBay as a hobby and as a way to share great books with other collectors. What began as a small personal project soon became something much more. The support, conversations and friendships within the comic book community have kept me going ever since.
I am a comic collector and reader first. I enjoy new releases, classic issues and overlooked books from Marvel, DC and independent publishers. I have a particular love for DC Comics and the Batman universe, while always keeping an eye out for unusual covers and exciting artwork from across the industry.
ROOB Comics is built around the experience I would want as a collector: interesting books, honest descriptions, carefully stored stock and a genuine enthusiasm for the hobby.
What you’ll find at ROOB Comics
A varied comic collection for readers, cover collectors and anyone searching for their next standout issue.
Marvel, DC and indie comics
Discover modern releases, older favourites and independent comics covering superheroes, horror, fantasy, science fiction and more.
Rare variants and foil covers
Look out for retailer exclusives, virgin variants, trade-dress covers, limited editions, foil covers and other collectible comics.
Collections and mystery boxes
Explore curated comic collections, mixed bundles and mystery boxes created to make discovering new books part of the fun.
Cover art worth collecting
Cover artwork is a major part of comic collecting. I am always looking for memorable variants and special editions, including work from artists such as:
About ROOB Comics
Answers to some common questions about the shop and the comics you can expect to find here.
What types of comics does ROOB Comics sell?
ROOB Comics sells Marvel, DC and independent comic books, including modern issues, older comics, exclusive variants, collectible covers and mixed comic collections.
Do you sell rare variants and foil covers?
Yes. The collection regularly includes retailer-exclusive variants, virgin covers, trade-dress editions, limited-print comics, foil covers and other special collector editions.
Are the comics selected by a collector?
Yes. Every part of ROOB Comics is shaped by Ryan’s own experience as a reader and collector, with a focus on interesting books, memorable artwork and comics that deserve a place in a collection.
Where else can I find ROOB Comics?
ROOB Comics also has an established eBay shop. Ryan can also be found selling comics on Whatnot under the name Decended Comics.
More than a comic shop
ROOB Comics is about enjoying the hobby, celebrating brilliant cover artwork and helping great comics reach collectors who will appreciate them. Thank you to everyone who has purchased a comic, joined a show or supported the journey so far.