It does make me sad when a comic shop dies. Good or bad, there aren't many of them around any more. In Melbourne, we're still pretty lucky with about 5 outlets but it just means that the medium is quickly fading into irrelevance. In the US, a friend of mine in the industry has told me about a few failures too recently. And yes, it doesn't help those who have jobs there either.

And I know about your loyalty, Kyle. I feel that with a comic place that I try to visit once a month nowadays even though I barely buy old stuff anymore. His shop's in Coburg, no the greatest location but he was quite friendly and all. I should pop down before Christmas.