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Welcome to our collection of in-depth comic book articles at BGCP. While we love breaking the daily news and reviewing the latest weekly releases, this space is dedicated to longer-form content. Here, you will find editorial features, deep dives into comic history, character retrospectives, and thought-provoking discussions about the comic industry.

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The comic book multiverse is vast, spanning decades of continuity, retcons, and alternate dimensions. Our comic book articles are designed to help you navigate this rich history. Whether we are ranking the best Batman stories of all time, explaining the complex origins of the X-Men, or exploring the differences between the comic books and the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), our geeks have you covered.

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COMIC SHOPS GLASGOW SCOTLAND

The Ultimate Guide to Comic Shops in Scotland (2025)

16th February 2026

Comic Shops near me (Scotland) BGCP have compiled a list of Comic Shops in Scotland, most of these shops will also sell toys, table top games, video games, anime etc but Comic Books make up a reasonable percentage of the shop. If you have a comic shop and would like to be added then just get in touch and we’ll amend the list. If you are the owner of one of said shops and would like something to be amended or to be removed then get in touch. Find your Nearest Comic Con Glasgow Forbidden Planet (Sauchiehall Street and Buchanan Street) Address – 122-126 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3DH (Main Store) and 168 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 2LW (Discount outlet) Telephone Number – 0141 331 1215 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 10am to 6pm, Sun: 10am to 5pm Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/FPGlasgow/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/FPGlasgow Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/fpglasgow/ Website – https://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/ A1 Toys Parnie Street (Glasgow City Centre) NOW CLOSED Address – 31 Parnie St, Glasgow G1 5RJ Telephone Number – 0141 552 6692 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 10am – 6pm, Sun: 11am to 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/a1toysgcc/ or https://www.facebook.com/a1toys Twitter – None Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/a1toysuk Website – https://a1toys.com/ Geekaboo (Glasgow City Centre) Address – 74 Queen St, Glasgow G1 3DS Telephone Number – 0141 221 3117 Opening Times – Mon–Fri & Sat: 10am–6pm, Thu: 10am​–7pm, Sun: 11am–5pm. Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/thegeekaboo/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/thegeekaboo Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/thegeekaboo Website – https://www.geek-aboo.com/ City Centre Comics (Westend Glasgow) Address – 37 Ruthven Ln, Glasgow G12 9BG Telephone Number – 0141 357 6325 Opening Times – Wed to Sat: 11am – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/citycentrecomics/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/citycentrecomic Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/city_centre_comics Website – https://citycentrecomics.fws.store/ The Wee Comic Shop (Shawlands) NOW CLOSED Address – 71 Hector Rd, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 3QD Telephone Number – 07984 269544 Opening Times – Wed to Sat: 11.30am – 6.00pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/theweecomicshopshawlands Twitter – None Instagram – None Website – None Red Hot Comics (Castlemilk) NOW CLOSED Address – Unit 2, Block F, 30 Glenwood Pl, Glasgow G45 9UH Telephone Number – 0141 630 0049 Opening Times – Mon – Fri: 11am – 5pm (also open from 11am – 2pm on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month) Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/RedHotComics/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/redhotcomics Instagram – None Website – https://www.redhotcomics.co.uk/ North Lanarkshire Castle Comics UK (Cumbernauld) Address – 33 Teviot Walk, Cumbernauld, Glasgow, G67 1ND Telephone Number – 01236 898921 Opening Times – Mon – Sun: 11am – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/castlecomicsuk/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/castlecomicsuk Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/castlecomicsuk1 Website – https://castlecomicsuk.co.uk/ The Last Outpost Comics (Airdrie) Address – 4 South Bridge St, Airdrie ML6 6JF Telephone Number – 07925 423362 Opening Times – Tues to Sat: 12pm – 6pm, Sun: 12pm – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/outpostcomics/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/outpostcomics Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/the_last_outpost_comics Website – https://www.thelastoutpostcomics.co.uk/ South Lanarkshire Settlers (Hamilton) Address – 40 Castle Street Hamilton South Lanarkshire ML3 6BU Scotland, UK Telephone Number – 01698 768978 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 12pm – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/SettlersHamilton/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/settlersshop Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/settlershamilton Website – https://www.settlersestore.com/ Stirling Justice Comics (Stirling) Address – 36, Arcade, Stirling FK8 1AX Telephone Number – 01786 447687 Opening Times – Mon to Sun: 10am – 6pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/JusticeComics1993 Twitter – None Instagram – None Website – None Karnak Comics (Callander) NOW CLOSED Address – 30 Main St, Callander FK17 8BB Telephone Number – None Opening Times – Mon to Sat 10am – 5pm, Sun: 11am – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/karnakcomics/ Twitter – None Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/karnakcomics/ Website – https://karnakcomics.com/ Renfrewshire Comicrazy (Paisley) NOW CLOSED Address – 45 Old Sneddon St, Paisley PA3 2AN Telephone Number – 0141 237 9180 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 10am – 6pm, Sun: 12pm – 6pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/comicrazyshop/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/comicrazyshop Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/comicrazyshop Website – https://comicrazy.co.uk/ A1 Toys Braehead Shopping Centre (Renfrew) NOW CLOSED Address – Braehead Shopping Centre, 154 King’s Inch Rd, Glasgow G51 4BN Telephone Number – 0141 885 2200 Opening Times – Mon to Fri: 10am – 9pm, Sat: 9am – 6.30pm, Sun: 10am – 6pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/a1toysbraehead/ Twitter – None Instagram – None Website – https://a1toys.com/ Ayrshire Fast Forward (Ayr) Address – 36 Smith St, Ayr KA7 1TF Telephone Number – 07803 792666 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 10am – 8pm, Sun: 12pm – 8pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Fast-Forward-108423184407970 Twitter – None Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/fast.forwardayr/ Website – None Scottish Borders Subacomic Peebles (Peebles) Address – 42a Northgate, Peebles EH45 8BZ Telephone Number – None Opening Times – Wed to Sat: 10am – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/SUBaCOMICPeebles/ Twitter – None Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/subacomic_peebles Website – https://www.subacomic.co.uk/ Edinburgh Forbidden Planet (Edinburgh City Centre) Address – 40-41 South Bridge, Edinburgh EH1 1LL Telephone Number – 0131 558 8226 Opening Times – Mon to Sun: 10am – 5pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/fpedinburgh/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/fpedinburgh Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/forbiddenplanetedinburgh Website – https://forbiddenplanet.co.uk/ Deadhead Comics (Edinburgh City Centre) NOW CLOSED Address – 47 W Nicolson St, Newington, Edinburgh EH8 9DB Telephone Number – 07982 859922 Opening Times – Mon to Sun, 11am – 6pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/bonniecomic/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/deadheadcomics Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/comicsdeadhead Website – https://www.deadheadcomics.co.uk/ Inverness Ellerium Games Address – 5 Lombard St, Inverness IV1 1QQ Telephone Number – None Opening Times – Wed to Sat: 12pm – 4pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Elleriumgames/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/ellerium_games Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/elleriumgames Website – https://elleriumgames.co.uk/   Aberdeen Asylum Books & Games (Aberdeen) Address – 29 Adelphi, Aberdeen AB11 5BL Telephone Number – 01224 574637 Opening Times – Mon & Wed: 12pm – 6pm, Tues to Sun: 12pm -6pm Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/asylumbooksandgames/ Twitter – https://twitter.com/asylumbooks Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/asylumbooksandgames Website – https://asylum-booksandgames.com/ Plan 9 (Aberdeen) Address – 9 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NE Telephone Number – 01224 624467 Opening Times – Mon to Sat: 10am – 5pm, Sun: 1pm – 4pm Facebook – None Twitter – None Instagram – Non Website – None Fife Little shop of Heroes (Dunfermline) Address – 8 Maygate, Dunfermline KY12 7NH Telephone Number – 01383 734605 Opening Times – Tues: 12pm –

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Is Blue Box Actually Kojima? The Viral Conspiracy Explained

16th February 2026

Before we get into the nitty-gritty of Blue Box Game Studios, Hideo Kojima and Silent Hills, let me take you back to late 2012… Gangnam Style was still in the charts, Django Unchained had just dropped in cinemas and cryptocurrency was still just a weird obscure thing that only sweaty nerds your paranoid uncle cared about. Then, – completely out of nowhere, – a trailer appears on the internet teasing a new trippy-looking game called The Phantom Pain. It is from a developer that nobody has ever heard of called Moby Dick Studios with some weird dude covered in bandages called Joakim Mogren at the helm. The code-cracking began in YouTube comments and on gaming subreddits. The conspiracy unfolded and eventually it turned out to to be a complex hoax that led to the unveiling of Hideo Kojima’s Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. Then, a few years later, Kojima does the same thing again when he releases the red herring that was the P.T demo, which wound up being a “playable teaser” for the much anticipated, (sadly since cancelled,) Silent Hills. Could the same thing be happening once again with the upcoming PS5 exclusive Abandoned from unknown devs, BLUE BOX Game Studios? Could this title actually turn out to be the long-awaited resurrection of Silent Hills? Because it’s either that or a very clever marketing strategy from a small-time developer riding the Silent Hills hype train to promote their title. Either way, there are too many parallels that can be drawn for this whole thing to be a coincidence. Don your tinfoil hat and join me friends as we head down the rabbit hole together. I hope you all have your whiteboards and string at the ready, as I am about to blow your mind. Part 1: Previously unheard of developer BLUE BOX Game Studios announces ‘Abandoned’ On the 7th of April 2021, a post by Hasan Kahraman appears on the PlayStation Blog unveiling a teaser for a PS5 exclusive, first-person survival horror game titled; Abandoned. Kahraman is the Game Director at BLUE BOX Game Studios. The sleuths over on Reddit have since pointed out that if you go to the 49 second mark in the video above, you will see the image below showing writing on an outside wall that reads; “Kill The Trespassers.” A tree blocks a couple of letters of the text. Those letters being blocked just so happen to be “T” and “P,” or PT. Other than that though, upon first glance, the post appeared to be just like any other PlayStation Blog post announcing a new title. These kinds of posts certainly aren’t rare on the blog and initially nobody paid much attention to the post other than some negative reactions criticizing the amateur sounding VO work and the complaining about the poor frame rate. A few months down the line, BLUE BOX Game Studios announce that Abandoned will receive its very own PS5 app which will allow gamers to watch the game’s trailers in real time on their PS5 console. This is a notably odd thing for a studio to implement and it is certainly not something that is normally done by first-party PlayStation Studios whilst promoting their upcoming game. Therefore, this strange announcement left more than a few people wondering why this small, unknown game studio are the first to pioneer this marketing strategy. The app was initially slated to go live this Sunday on the 20th of June. However, another tweet from the developer states that the app will in fact go live on the 22nd of June. This date is probably the correct one as it is a Tuesday, which is normally the day that new games and apps go up on the PlayStation Store. Part 2: Why this could actually be Kojima leading up to the announcement of Silent Hills Shall we go deeper down the rabbit hole? A couple of days ago BLUE BOX Game Studios Twitter account posts a tweet suggesting that “Abandoned” isn’t actually the title of their game. They tease fans to “Guess the name, which begins with an S and ends with an L. This tweet perks up the ears of gaming conspiracy theorists all over the internet rumours start that Gaming’s God Of Mischief himself, Hideo Kojima is in fact behind this account and this title and Abandoned is yet another ruse concocted to lead up to the re-announcement of Silent Hills. The developer panics and quickly back-tracks to shut down any rumours that may have started based on this tweet. This back-pedalling only becomes more frequent over the next day in comment sections etc. This inevitably leads to the Streisand effect taking place and more people across the internet begin to take notice. In a later tweet, the developer refers to “Abandoned” in quotation marks, further suggesting that Abandoned is not the true title of the game. In yet another tweet, they confirm that Abandoned is simply a working title for the project. In another, it is stated that teaser that dropped back in April was only ever intended to be an announcement that the game was in development and that “the game itself has never been shown.” If we look again at the game’s title, the choice to use the word, “Abandoned,” could also be a reference to how Silent Hills and by extension Kojima were abandoned by Konami seven years ago. If this false project is actually an elaborate tease for Kojima Productions to eventually announce that they are in fact returning to work on Silent Hills, then Abandoned would a very apt working title under which to restart development on the game. Are you still with me? Because this is still just the tip of the iceberg. Part 3: You Wanna Get Nuts? Let’s Get Nuts! Strap in Alice, because we are past the point of no return. We shall begin with the logo for BLUE BOX Game Studios. Look familiar? That is because it is pretty much the exact same as the PlayStation Studios logo, right down to the font. Another parallel that can be drawn, is how the

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BGCP Interviews Mark Abnett (Aroha Comics)

28th February 2026

BGCP Interviews Mark Abnett (Aroha Comics) This week Massimo sits down for a chat with Scottish based New Zealand Born comic creator Mark Abnett to talk about his Kickstarter for the latest issue of his series ‘This Land’. They discuss the book, Mark’s comic career so far, The story writing process and how Mark hopes to bring the Maori Culture to a broader audience with his work. Mark is the owner of Aroha Comics and the writer of “SCHISM” with Glaswegian Artist Chris Connelly and ‘This Land’ which you can purchase from here Follow Aroha Comics on Twitter to get all the latest updates about ‘This Land’ – @ArohaComics Follow Mark on Twitter @MarkAbnett Check out BGCP’s review of This Land #1 and #2 here Drop us a like if you enjoyed and sub to the channel for more upcoming interviews with awesome creators. Join us on Discord, Twitter, Instagram, etc – https://linktr.ee/BGCPComicCon SpotifyYouTubeGoogle Podcast Apple Podcasts Buy tickets for BGCP Comic Con in and around Glasgow Scotland – BUY TICKETS Check out all of our Comic, Movie, Television and Videogame Reviews HERE and our Podcasts/Interviews HERE If you want to be part of the BGCP community, Join us on Discord, Twitter, Instagram etc then click HERE www.bigglasgowcomicpage.com

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Fraser Campbell Comic Writer

BGCP Interviews Fraser Campbell (Alex Automatic, Cabal Comics)

28th February 2026

BGCP Interview: Fraser Campbell and the Art of Indie Comics The Scottish independent comic book scene is currently in a golden age, and few writers have been as prolific or consistent as Fraser Campbell. In this episode of the BGCP podcast, we sit down with the writer behind the Cabal Comics label to discuss his gritty, surreal, and often mind-bending stories. Whether you are a fan of 70s spy thrillers, noir crime, or just want to know how to run a successful Kickstarter campaign, this interview is packed with insights. Who is Fraser Campbell? Fraser Campbell is a Glasgow-based writer who has carved out a unique niche in the UK comic scene. Known for his sharp dialogue and high-concept premises, he has successfully funded multiple projects through Kickstarter, building a loyal fanbase along the way. He is best known for collaborating with unique artists like James Corcoran and Iain Laurie to create books that defy easy categorization. His stories often blend grounded human drama with psychological horror and fractured realities. Spotlight on His Key Works If you are new to Fraser’s work, we discuss several of his major titles in this interview: The Edge Off: A “nightmare noir” that has been described as Jason Statham directed by David Lynch. It follows a gangster who has been dosed with a terrifying psychotropic drug, forcing him to battle both real-world enemies and his own melting reality to save his daughter. Sleeping Dogs: One of Fraser’s earlier breakout hits, this gritty crime thriller explores how far a father will go for revenge in a tower block controlled by a local crime lord. What We Discuss in This Episode In this extensive chat, we peel back the layers of the creative process: The Kickstarter Hustle: Fraser is a veteran of crowdfunding. We discuss the secrets to his success, how to build a community, and the realities of fulfilling orders for thousands of backers. Writing for Artists: Fraser works with artists who have very distinct styles. We talk about how he tailors his scripts to suit the psychedelic lines of Iain Laurie or the dynamic action of James Corcoran. The “Glasgow Style”: Is there a specific tone to Scottish comics? We discuss the grittiness, the dark humor, and the camaraderie of the local creator community. Watch or Listen Now You can tune into the full conversation below. If you are an aspiring creator, get your notebook ready—there is a lot of actionable advice here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxGrnAmdQIk&t=2853s Where to Buy Fraser Campbell’s Comics Support independent creators! You can buy physical and digital copies of Fraser’s books directly from his store. Cabal Comics Store: [Link to Cabal Comics Big Cartel] Follow Fraser on Twitter/X: @FraserC69 More from BGCP If you enjoyed this deep dive into indie comics, check out our other interviews with top industry talent: Alex Paknadel Interview John Layman Interview Paul Amos Interview

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Alex Paknadel

BGCP Interviews Alex Paknadel (Marvel, BOOM!, TKO)

28th February 2026

BGCP Interview: Inside the Mind of Writer Alex Paknadel Writing for comics is one of the most competitive and creative fields in the entertainment industry. In this special episode of the BGCP podcast, hosts Massimo and Alan are joined by one of the most exciting voices in modern comics: Alex Paknadel. From gritty indie horror to massive Marvel superhero events, Alex has built an impressive bibliography that spans genres and publishers. Whether you are a long-time fan of his work or an aspiring writer looking for industry secrets, this interview is a must-listen. Who is Alex Paknadel? Alex Paknadel has quickly become a powerhouse name in the comic book world. He first burst onto the scene with the critically acclaimed sci-fi series Arcadia (BOOM! Studios), a high-concept story about a digital afterlife that immediately marked him as a writer to watch. Since then, he has penned scripts for some of the biggest properties in pop culture, including Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed and the Doctor Who universe. He is also a master of horror and social commentary, as seen in his work on Redfork (TKO Studios) and the giant-robot mystery Giga (Vault Comics). Episode Highlights: What We Discuss In this deep-dive conversation, Massimo and Alan explore the reality of working in the comic book business. Here is what you can expect from the episode: Breaking into the Industry: There is no single path to becoming a professional comic writer. Alex shares his personal journey, offering valuable advice for creators trying to get their foot in the door and get their pitches noticed by editors. The Immortal Hulk Connection: Marvel’s Immortal Hulk is widely regarded as a modern masterpiece. Alex reveals how a conversation with series architect Al Ewing led to Marvel loving his pitch for Immortal Hulk: Time of Monsters. He shares behind-the-scenes details on how that collaboration came to be. Indie vs. “The Big Two”: We discuss the creative differences between working on creator-owned indie titles like Turncoat and Giga versus playing in the sandbox of established universes like Marvel and Assassin’s Creed. Deconstructing Redfork: We take a closer look at Redfork, his dark and atmospheric horror graphic novel from TKO Studios, discussing the inspirations behind the terrifying mining town tale. Listen to the Interview You can catch the full interview right here on the Big Glasgow Comic Page. Don’t forget to check out the links below to pick up Alex’s books and support his work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_sNDkDSr-s&t=2202s Support the Creator If you enjoyed this interview, we highly recommend checking out Alex Paknadel’s bibliography. You can find his latest releases and collected editions at the links below: Follow Alex on Twitter/X: @AlexPaknadel Buy his books on Amazon: Shop Here Buy his books on ComiXology: Shop Here Want to discuss this episode? Join the BGCP family on our social channels! We are Scotland’s biggest community for geeks, gamers, and comic fans. Join the Discord: Chat with other fans and get exclusive updates. Follow us on Socials: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Link to Next Interview: John Layman

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