Drom's Comics and Cards

Location

231 G Street, Suite 4

in Court 'N Cedar at the corner of G & 3rd Streets

Hours

Mon-Tue 1:30-8:00pm

Wed-Sun Noon-8:00pm

Phone

(530) 758-2280

Website

http://www.dromscomics.com

Contact

<droms@live.com>

Owner

Mark Rodriguez

Established

July 1st, 2008

Payment Method(s)

Cash, Visa, MC, Discover, Checks, Money Orders

Celebrating their first year of business in Davis, Drom's Comics and Cards is celebrating in huge ways. Special events for all the card players and special discounts throughout the month for all the comic fans out there. Stop by and see what's happening this month, as well as in the future.

They are a large comic, cards and collectibles shop located at the corner of 3rd & G Streets inside the Court & Cedar Plaza. The downtown location makes it perfect for a quick stop for lunch hour Davisites. Not only is it conveniently located, it's comfortable and easy for the shoppers once they enter and see what they have. Everything is available to order and in a quick fashion saving you 10% for all special orders. Every comic shipment arrives on time (normally before we open but always within an hour of Stores opening) on Wednesdays (barring any holidays or acts of nature), and if you feel like browsing and want to sit to read or play a game, feel free. Drom's has enough table space for 40 people, a soda vending machine, and near perfect A/C.

Drom's also now runs Street Fighter IV tournaments every Monday at 4p.m. for $5.00 with cash prize for the top 3 players, and also offer it for your use every day for a mere $2.00 fee for all day play.

Drom's Comics & Cards is the only premiere location in Davis for Wizards of the Coast products. Drom's features Sanctioned events with full prize support for many games every day, save for Wednesday including Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh, and Dungeons & Dragons. Drom's also has an expansive comic selection for both new and old comics. Drom's has several discount programs for everyone! 10% discounts on all comic book savers, free bags and boards and much more. They also have Bulk discounts, donations available for schools and other public services as well as special sales throughout the year.

They now have a new store logo, new signage, new business cards, and Gift Certificates.

The team at Drom's aims for long term value over short term gain. Basically, they just feel that too many in the industry look at the short term profits and forget about the potential of the future. Yes, they want to make money as much as the next business does, but to what extent? They will not now, or ever, overvalue or take advantage of some newly hyped book to charge more than cover price for a book that has just come out, same with the cards. While many in the industry were charging $25.00 or more for the Barack Obama issue of Spiderman, they charged $3.99, the cover price. Why should they gouge the customer for short term gain when they can keep you coming back, and keep you happy for longer? That is what long term value means to us.

They would like to thank everyone for making Drom's the success it has been to date, and everyone who will continue to make it thrive and grow. You are as much a part of this shop as are any of the staff. Thank you.

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2008-08-11 14:27:48   I stopped by this store last week and was really impressed with the inventory and the owner (Wes?). I plan to return with my daughter to support this independent downtown business. Welcome to Drom's Comics! —DrandyJones

2008-08-22 11:24:10   I'm not much of a comic person. I was back when I was a pre-teen, but recently had an interest in some of the more artistic and unique stuff as well as some of my secret obsessions (*cough* Buffy *cough*). I came here because it didn't look like one of those over-the-top comic places where you feel out of place if you come here during your lunch break dressed in business attire. And it wasn't. I had a pleasant time here as I perused the various sections. I didn't buy anything on my first visit since I was more interested in just looking, but on my second return, Wes had notified me of the 10% discount for frequent buyers. Such a great deal when you take into account that is the deal get from ordering online, except this way you don't pay shipping, there are no fees for backorders, and you're promoting a new and local business. Though I don't think I'll be coming here often (college student funds are in short supply), I will be returning when I can. Heck, it might even be interesting to drop by during one of their card games to see what the craze is all about...as I say, don't knock it 'till you've tried it. —SunjeetBaadkar

Caution: kyle2008 and WesOne have the same IP address. This means both edits came from the same local network, if not the same computer.

2008-09-13 15:00:49   WOOT!!! Concert tonight featuring Secondshot!! Starts at 8:30 pm, arrive at 8:15. Show is free but donations for te band would be apreciated. —WesOne

2008-10-13 20:57:44   I first heard about Drom's from my friend. so i went there and when i first came in there was a welcoming feeling. it it WAY better than bizzaro world i mean in size comparison bizzaro world tiny Drom's Huge. I haven't gone back yet but i will be sure to go there many more times because IT IS AWESOME!!!!!!!! —windcat88

2008-10-24 11:54:07   I'm not a big fan of this store. The staff is not nearly as knowledgeable regarding comics as Dan of Bizzaro World (a Davis institution), their back issue stock is mediocre and their selection is unimpressive. —rfrazier

Funny. I do enjoy hearing from my old employer even under an assumed name. No, sorry.. if you want to discuss the "adult books" I won't be able to tell you much other than whether or not I can order them. As far as back stock goes, it is difficult to keep them in stock when you offer 25% off all recent back issues. Truth is, we don't want tons of books on our shelves. That, to me, is the sign of a poor business model. Older back issues and sets, I have plenty of those, all very reasonably priced, including signed and variant issues. Add it all up with our discounted saver program, free bags and boards for every comic purchased and I feel the guests at our location end up with a very fine bargain. I would welcome anyone to visit both stores and judge for themselves. - Wesley T Pierce, Store Manager/ Consultant.

2008-11-02 15:23:54   my friends and i supported Droms even before the first day it officially opened and we NEVER went back to bizarro's world after that. The guy that works there (Wes) is awesome, always gives me discount and deals which is why i always come back. Very friendly people's person. prices for magic/comics are great too! way better compared to bizarro's. —CloudFire

2008-11-14 16:37:32   I never had the problems with Bizarro World that others seemed to, but I have to say that most, if not all, of my business will be going to Drom's from now on. The prices are cheaper, the space bigger. 'Nuff Said. —AlvinTsao

2008-12-02 14:11:39   Anyone know if this place plays host to RPG sessions and the like?

A friend of mine is writing a rule-set and it would be nice to have some exposure (play there so people can just check it out, and watch a session). —MasonMurray

2008-12-06 02:26:50   Wes is the man. He's always friendly,and he knows much about comics.He will order any kind of book or comic related item you want.I enjoy Drom's shop because of the roomy, uncluttered space along with all the new comics displayed along the walls including graphic novels.Wes will always give a good deal on his items,and he does have some back issue comics that are not trash.Drom's also has a Coke machine,so in the words of the great Stan Lee "Nuff Said". —redbone

2009-01-15 21:55:34   I went into here today in search of a magic deck, and although they didnt have what I wanted in stock, I was very impressed by the customer service. I believe Wes was at the register today, and he took time and helped explain to me the many new rules and new types of cards (I've been out of the game for nearly 5-6 years now). I'll be returning soon once they get more of what I was looking for in stock. —JimL

2009-01-20 01:31:27   This is a great comic shop. I went there frequently last school quarter to play magic. Wes, Jenkins, and Mark provided excellent customer service and are really nice guys. All the comic people and card gaming players are chill and I liked going to the events such as magic the gathering extended or draft. Everyone there made the place a nice gaming playground. Now that I have a place to stay again in Davis, I'll be back for sure. —MynameisDennis

2009-01-25 23:42:39   It's nice to hear that this place was charging the cover price for the barack obama spiderman. Bizarro world wanted me to give them 60 bucks. I say ha screw you I will never shop at bizarro world again. Maybe I will try my luck here now —metalhead15

2009-01-28 08:49:58   i just heard about this store and have since been there many times. the atmosphere is friendly and very relaxed. Wes is always very helpful and knowledgeable about the magic cards. great deals and cards. —michaelrc1999

2009-02-14 11:38:37   Really good store with friendly staff. It's not often that you find a place that stays open till about 2am in the morning just to accommodate people playing tourneys. Lot's of space too. —Blkspds

2009-03-05 20:45:51   HMMMM WES???? DONT KNOW IF YOU ARE THE SAME WES I KNEW BACK WHEN I USE TO COME TO BIZZARO WORLD, BUT WE'LL SEE... I SHOULD DROP BY TOMORROW OR THE NEXT DAY... SOMEONE TOLD ME ABOUT THIS PLACE... WHEN I WAS ASKING WHERE WES WENT BECAUSE I DON'T SEE HIM AT BIZZARO WORLD ANYMORE.... ANYWAIES ILL DROP BY TO SAY SUP. AND MAYBE DRAFT A ROUND OF MAGIC WITH YOU. ITS BEEN A LONG TIME. —Apple

2009-03-10 16:37:58   Not going to lie, the opening of Drom's plus the atmosphere single-handedly got me into playing competitive Magic again. Everyone is really nice, friendly and helpful, and the drafts are smoothly run with one of the best judges in California. I would highly recommend the store to any Magic fan, serious or not. Also Jenkins does a good job at selling singles, cause he's always selling out of things when I need them, which isn't a bad thing and I commend him and Mark on running an excellent business. I hang out here alot and it doesn't matter who you are, if you come in your guarenteed a laugh, smiles, and at the very least something your looking for at affordable prices. The 10% off of Magic singles seems like not much, but it adds up over time. This is my haven. —JulienEpicBubbles

2009-03-20 13:26:33   This place is absolutely great. I only come in every couple of weeks, but they always address me by name. They'll back and special order comics at cover price or less ... and they have incredible knowledge of a wide range of comics. It's so nice to buy from people who simply love comics and card. The business naturally comes from their love of the product, not the other way around. —jsg718

2009-03-27 23:00:18   I come here only for the comics, but the card fanatics still provide a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. I had a great first impression with this place because... They Order Everything! New issues of every comic book series I can think of always arrive nice and early. You can also count on getting everything at a low price (they seem to have a LOT of excuses for giving you discounts). And of course, every book you purchase will be put inside a shiny protective cover. Do make sure you show up early every Wednesday though, because this place gets a lot of business and they may run short on stock for some items. —RedPyramid

2009-04-11 18:56:04   I like buying sodas here because you can get 20oz for a dollar. Grocery stores charge about sixty cents more and so do fast food restaurants, although you get free refills, how many times do you really refill? —hankim

2009-04-30 17:08:59   After years of going to A-1 Comics (I had been to Bizarro World once and had had a bad experience), I decided to try Drom's today after reading the great reviews here. I also wanted to see how friendly they would be to a female bringing her two young children. It was clean, and fine. I didn't have any wonderful customer experience like some people had, but I didn't have a bad one either. There were two people working there when I went in (around 1:30pm), and there were a couple of people at the tables. No one greeted me when I walked in, or even acknowledged that I was there. I looked around (no one offered to help me find anything), and then I purchased two comics during an almost silent transaction (I wasn't offered comic protectors or anything). All in all it was OK. Nothing great, but nothing bad. I'm editing this to add that I just realized that they gave me 10% off each of the comics I bought. —RG

2009-05-19 11:16:36   To RG: I'm very sorry your first experience at Drom's wasn't great. Our goal is not mediocrity, and I hope you come back to give us another shot. —JMitchell

2009-06-18 10:37:26   Since Vacating Davis, I haven't been around Drom's as often as I had been since its opening, and the great thing about that is, I know my saver is being filled with each discounted issue I have on my Comic Must Have list. (10% off comics in your Saver!!) Also, in having this saver, and talking Comics with Wes, Jenkins and Mark, they often save a copy of a non-listed comic that they suggest based on what I do save, by Artist (Ian Churchill is so under rated), writer, story-lines, etc that I favor. The Atmosphere here is also great, the store really acknowledges the input of its customers/denizens, just as if the regulars at the card tables are also customer service reps. Each Employee is also vast in knowledge in they're own unique fields. Magic Players (which over power the tcg community; LONG LIVE VS SYSTEM)have a home in Drom's because Jenkins and Wes actually know what they're talking about, not to mention the effort as to make each tcg (trading card games) event as professional as possible. (Check out who the judge is!) Comic enthusiasts are also taking well care of by Wes. Who, try as he must, stays on top of current story-lines as to suggest to new/old customers what they should be reading. Then there's Street Fighter, must I continue on that!? Overall, Drom's is rapidly becoming a Staple in the Davis Community as your One-Stop Nerd Shop (come now, admit to yourself, and join the nerd side) —nc69chicano

2009-06-21 19:29:29   Drom's Comics and Cards was on CBS13/CW31 a week ago: http://cbs13.com/video/?id=55426@kovr.dayport.com —hankim

2009-06-22 09:26:54   I love this place, has a very friendly and helpfull staff. Nice large tables to play games, or sit and read comics. —DagonJones

2009-07-17 19:00:32   I had only heard of this place recently after a few years of being out of competitive magic. I've got to say I feel comfortable being there, some of the patron base seems to consist of the slow in the head middle school crowd (baggy pant wearing, 5th edition border sharpie-ing, loves tupac but mysteriously can't sing along with any of it) but the people behind the counter and the atmosphere more than make up for it. I has the same feel as the end zone and the same quality of employees as Ian. I haven't been in there much but the town seems to have lost a bit of it's magic card playing college student base. Jenkins is a good guy, great job overall crafting this place. —OlinHannum

2009-08-21 12:03:22   The comics I wanted were out of stock, so the owner ordered them up for me no problem. He took my phone number, which I assumed meant he would call me when they came in. I never got a phone call, but when I went in a week later to check in on the status, he gave me a ridiculous discount. I've since then gone back many times. —Alexander.S

2009-08-25 20:04:12   Does anyone know if they sell warhammer stuff here? I play WH40K...if you have no idea what I'm talking about oh well, but I was just trying to see if anyone plays that up here... —vfmac - Sorry but there are no warhammer miniatures at the store, you have to go to Sacramento for that. Try Great escape games near Arden. If you find other players in the area talk to Droms employees, maybe you could set up some games at the store, they have the table space for it.
-dagonjones

2009-09-04 10:51:29   The owners and employees run the business out of love. It's truly a store that cares about it's customers, whether they're there to buy loads of comics or sit around playing games for free. Also, the store regularly has 5-10 people in it (and this is during the summer, mind you), holds events several times a week, and gives away prizes and such now and then. Best store of its kind in the area. —JustinKudo

2009-11-11 14:31:22   I am a regular here. They have a "Saver" program in which when your comic book comes in they save a copy for you to pick up. If for some reason your comic wasn't ordered they will sometimes discount your other saved comics which is pleasant, although I would pay full price for my purchases regaurdless. The owners and operators take pride in their store and are always friendly. They try to remember my name although I only come in about once a month or sometimes once every two month. This is how a comic shop should be run. —MattSi

2009-11-14 11:25:59   Drom's has lots of space to play card games and as you can see they organize a lot of games. They also have the legendary Wes. Wes is a friendly and very interesting guy. His stories are better than the comics. —Richard-Bruce