Collector Cartel Has Launched – A Central Hub for Comic Collectors

We’ve been working quietly behind the scenes on something big — and now it’s here. Collector Cartel has officially launched!

A joint project between Redsters Comics, Bear Maximum, and Phoenix Auction House, Collector Cartel is designed to be more than just another comic shop. It’s your central hub for everything comics — exclusives, grading, services, community, and more.

Why We Built Collector Cartel

The vision is simple: collectors deserve more. The hobby can feel fragmented — one site for exclusives, another for supplies, another for grading, plus social media just to connect. We built a complete ecosystem:

• One-stop shop for comics, variants, supplies, and merch.
• Trusted services: grading, cleaning, pressing, signature capture.
• Community content like Professor D’s Reading Corner.
• Memberships that reward loyalty, access, and engagement.

Our mission is for collectors to feel part of the journey: a Cartel of fans, readers, and investors shaping the future together.

Meet the Cartel Team

Here’s the team working behind the scenes — your fellow collectors, creators, and community builders — bringing Collector Cartel to life. When you’re part of the Cartel, you’re part of our journey.

Memberships – More Than Discounts

We designed these tiers to reward you — not just for buying, but for being part of the Cartel:

• Tier 1: Foot Soldier (£20pm) – Starter Pack, 10% off, £5 credit, exclusive covers, signed prints quarterly.
• Tier 2: Lieutenant (£35pm) – 15% off, £10 credit, prioritized Whatnot access, Phoenix listings, limited coin.
• Tier 3: King Pin (£50pm) – Premium Starter Pack, 20% off, £20 credit, free Redsters comic, 2× raffle, 24k gold coin.

Services That Power Your Collection

• Original Art Commissions – work directly with leading artists.
• CGC Submissions & Comic Grading (UK) – cleaning, pressing, encapsulation.
• Signature & Art Capture – can’t attend a signing? We’ll secure it for you.
• Auctions & Buy It Now – via Phoenix Auctions, bid or buy rare keys and slabs.

Comics, Exclusives & Supplies

• Exclusive Variants – from Exquisite Corpses #1 to the Big Rig #1 UK Foil Exclusive (limited 500 print run).
• Graded Comics UK – CGC 9.8 slabs, Signature Series, modern keys available.
• Comic Supplies – Mylites and Visibaks to protect your collection.
• Cartel Merchandise – limited edition apparel and collector swag drops.

A Community Space — Professor D’s Reading Corner

Collector Cartel isn’t just about purchases — it’s about connection. Professor D brings comic classics to life, mixing humour, performance, and collector insight. It’s a space to read, learn, and hang out with fellow fans.

Built by Collectors, For Collectors

Collector Cartel was built by voices you already trust:

• Redsters Comics – modern exclusives and graded keys.
• Bear Maximum – CGC submissions, cleaning & pressing, original art services.
• Phoenix Auction House – transparent, community-first auction experiences.

And we don’t just live online. The Cartel regularly attends comic conventions across the UK, including MCM Comic Con and other major shows — meet us in person, see exclusives up close, and connect with the community.

Ready to Join the Cartel?

Visit collectorcartel.co.uk to explore memberships, exclusives, grading services, and more. Be part of the Cartel — not just a customer, but a member of our collector family.