Sacred 8 Studios

What a GREAT comic book store. Well organized, a lot of selection and super friendly staff. Edwin was wonderful! They have card game nights Saturdays and are looking to possibly expand into RPGs. Definitely drop in here!

Very special place! X, is a pure gift and gem! Love love the comic selection! X, is like a counselor, friend and amazing tattoo artist allll rolled up in one!! Thanks for loving on all us strangers!!!Love what yall do!!!❤️🌹

THIS STORE IS ABSOLUTLYAMAZING! i could have not been blessed with a better place to get my first tattoo at! He was so great to work with, took his time, created an amazing designed, took my requests to heart and made an awesome piece! super professional and hard working man. He even accommodated me into his schedule, which Im super grateful for! Im definitely coming back to get more done here. Such a pleasant experience. THAK YOU SO MUCH!!!!

I got a tattoo here, and the atmosphere was super welcoming and friendly despite it being my first time in the building. I definitely did not feel like a stranger, I will be returning soon

This shop was awesome, great atmosphere and Eric was the best my first tattoo came out great.

X and the gang are always patient and professional. I went to talk to him about tattoo cover-up for a less-than-stellar tattoo I got when I was 18. After almost 3 consultations, in-depth conversations about why I wanted the tattoos and what they actually meant to me, I pulled the trigger on the tattoos. 3 sessions and quite a few hours later, the tattoos were amazing. It was hard to for me to actually envision the tattoos while talking to him, especially because they were going to be partial cover-ups - one of the things i always appreciated was his patience toward me and for the process. X rolled with my ideas but also used his creativity to make it all work, and make it work with my previous tattoos, arms/physique, and of course the new design. I have gotten so many compliments from many different people, even from other parts of the world.If you want your tattoo to mean something, want it done by professionals, and want it to look amazing right after and years down the road, go to X and Sacred 8/Brushes of Doom. X will be my artist from here out - regardless of if I’m still living in this area.P.s. - Don’t mind my goofy pictures. I’m clearly not a photographer.

Amazing atmosphere here, the owner is super knowledgeable on not only comics and tcgs, he is a phenomenal tattoo artist, super clean and very welcoming to all

This shop is incredible! You can find amazing comics, figures, manga, and much more!The sacred society are very kind and funny. They make the environment feel welcoming and are always so helpful.X is a very talented tattoo artist. He is patient and fun to work with. He has done a few of my tattoos and couldnt be happier with his work. I highly recommend sacred 8!

Best shop I’ve ever been to! Great selection of comics, graphic novels, records and more. X is awesome! Super helpful, you can tell he genuinely wants to help you find something you’re gonna be stoked on, his recommendations were 10/10

Best comic shop in town and I definitely plan to go in for a tattoo!

Stopped in one day because I wanted to get a small piece on my leg covered up. I spoke with X who was extremely friendly and willing to work with me on my idea even though it wasnt necessarily in his wheelhouse. I was excited and made the appointment for the next week. I felt very welcomed and excited to get this done it was going to be alot of work for my second tattoo. Upon arriving for my appointment I was able to go over the ideas once again and make a few minor changes while also adding an additional piece on the back of my other leg. I love how accommodating X was to make this tattoo experience fantastic! When all was said and done I was left with a fantastic piece that I get constant compliments on! Shout out to Manny another great artist here who recommended the shop to me. If you want an amazing experience with artists who genuinely care to take care of you book here you wont regret it! Not to mention you can pick up a Comic or a unique peice of memorabilia from their amazing selection all over the shop! Thanks guys for the amazing experience Ive already got my ideas for next one hope your ready for me!

Selfishly I dont want to write a review about this place, I would love for it to stay a secret to locals but they deserve for everyone to know about them. Literally hidden in seaside of all towns in a spooky looking building lies the comic shop of my dreams. The people who work here are amazing, knowledgeable, and kind. The vibes in this place are immaculate with chill music a bar style counter to chat it up and comics, manga, and even vinyls.

X is nothing short of professional, respectful, and kind. As a female client these are qualities I look for, as getting a tattoo can be a very personal thing. Ive never felt more comfortable or at ease with anyone else. Hes talented, knowledgeable, and passionate about what he does. He works hard on his craft, and his art reflects that. He values your time as a client and communicates effectively. If he says your appointment is at 10am, you dont have to worry about him showing up 4 hours late. Hes an amazing painter who has a great understanding of color theory, and he pours that passion into the people he works with as well.We worked on this Fullmetal Alchemist piece for at least 10 hours. He offers full day session pricing as well as hourly, with breaks in between. If you give him a concept you want, hell whip up designs and send mock ups your way to see how you like them. Were working on a huge back piece of mine and Im so excited to see what itll look like when its done.X has worked so hard for his business, peers, and clients, and I admire his work ethic and passion. His peers in the shop are also an extension of him, and they have been nothing but kind and courteous as well. I could not recommend Sacred 8 more. Youll be missing out on not stopping by.

Heard about this comics/collectibles shop through friends and decided to stop by. The shop had a friendly atmosphere and the staff had a wealth of knowledge surrounding comics and collectibles. The owner was also very helpful and even introduced me to great new comic book lines that I didn’t even know existed. I’m hoping to go back in soon and purchase more books and just browse all the neat collections they have. 10/10 would recommend!

Quick and quality work for my piece. Dope studio as well!

Awesome shop and if youre looking for a top quality tattoo, X is the man! He definitely has a unique and cool artistic style. Ill be back for more ink in the future.

Got my largest tattoo here! The artist sketched out what I asked for and it came out beautiful! I’ve already reserved the rest of my arm for my next peice. The room was clean and sterile. He changed gloves constantly and made sure to open up all the instruments and ink right in front of me. Highly recommend!The shop has a huge variety of comics and funko pops too. Check it out if you’re in the area.

X , TQ and the whole squad are so awesome and knowledgeable and just all around fun and nice people!! They’re so helpful when it comes to finding the right comic books for me to buy, and the ink they do is out of this world!!! Highly recommend this place for the positive vibes and warm welcomes in the atmosphere. Stop by, you won’t be disappointed!!

Hands down the best shop in Monterey county, possibly the best in Cali. Imediately felt good vibes from the artists and staff,Big shout-out to Manny, thanks for blessing.me with your talent, Ill be back for more! and X, the artist owner, huge thanks for blessing my wife with your superior amazing tattoo skills, truly a master, Im excited to get work from you as well! Thanks for everything, you made us feel right at home! 5-star quality, professionalism, hospitality and humor. With high regards and much respect, again thank you, thank you, thank you, to all @ Sacred Eight Studios!!!

Amazing store! The staff and boss are not only nice but super helpfull too. Loved the people and the comics choices. 10/10 would return ^^ Keep up the good work guys! -A friend from France

Community and Culture. I came for the comics, I stay for the people. Art nights, great conversation, and stories. Think if it as a man cave with a great vibe - and its expanding!There are 2 other comic stores in the Monterey Bay - One focuses on toys and collectibles and is run by a cool industry artist, the other...has been around for a while. Sacred 8 is a tattoo parlor and haven for collectors and fans. You might start with a Spiderman comic and end up with Daredevil tattoo.If you are new to the area this is the place for you. If you know what tattoo you want - ask for X.

Keeps growing and getting better , new things and events happening follow them on insta for updates, Loved everything about the place, the people, the comics, the whole experience of getting my first tattoo was helpful, they assured me pain would be minimal, artist was great, All the love to this shop

I loved my experience here! Very down to earth and comfortable! Will definitely be coming back for another piece!

A fine shop making the fine tattoos for the people. These gentlemen bring joy to all who pass through their doors. X is a man of uncompromising integrity, he’s a tattooer you want to have your grandma meet. X would make your grandma smile ear to ear with how kind and wonderful the conversations would be. It’s almost elderly abuse if you don’t bring your grandma here to meet X. Don’t trip, grandma is down, you can make her year and gift her that crown of thorns skull rocker she has always wanted. The crew here that backs X up is like an all star line up too… it’s as if they’re all a collective of reallY stand up good dudes…. Cause they are… wild! There’s a ton of picture magazines too with the doodles of cape men’s and laser swords. Doodle mags are the best right? The finest doodle mags, just the finest!! And they sell coffee plus donuts too, made by local entrepreneurs, not too shabby! “Shabby- shabby shibby-shibb dinga-ling-along a-dang-dang-dang-oh”… sorry about that sometimes I just have to quote Red Hot Chilli Peppers lyrics if I can’t find the right words to express my appreciation for something. So yeah, get your grandma, tell her she’s getting her dome-rocker she has been dreaming about and like go check out the Sacred 8 Studio

Great Store, Friendly Awesome people, they have a great selection and awesome prices!

💯DONT DO IT!!! Their quility sucks so bad!!!id post the pic but it’s embarrassing!!!the good reviews are only cause the older brother in the shop can tattoo portraits …I recently went to the shop and the man know as “X” (the older brother),at the time had no clients and still lets his still learning younger brother tattoo me and my wife…mind you I’m a tattoo artist myself and this was my wife’s first tattoo so I watched carfully, only putting them on blast for your safety. They are not clean! They are talented! All they can do is copy and draw!I watched him lose half his stencil during the tattoo then have his brother come finish the lines! Very unprofessional.. I was very overcharged take note he starts the clock when he starts talking to you and he never shuts up! So enless your pockets are fat and you want some art your ganna have to fix later I’d find another shop 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

Awesome comic bookstore and I was able to find comic books and magazines from the 70,80 and 90 and the manager owner is cool and helpful.

10 Stars all day. The owner is Amazing the environment is super cool. Ask a few questions and they will suggest or point you in the right direction. 100% will be going back.

My favourite place to go for comics, collectibles, and news on whats happening in the comic book and comic movie/TV show universes.Friendly staff, great collection and expert knowledge.Check them out and give them a gander.

Amazing comic books and incredible selection. Atmosphere is uncomfortable and the tattoo talent is 11/10

One of the best artists Ive had tattoo on me. X is detailed and very talented! Cant wait for my next session!

Professional and very clean studio. Ive gotten 2 tattoos by X and will be going for my 3rd one soon. I always recommend this studio to family and friends.

Amazing customer service and one of the only places around with such an amazing selection of comics and collectibles. Plus his tattoo work is clean and professional!

The kindest tattoo Artist you could meetWent here on a whimX was very respectful very knowledgeableAbout the world.gave me and my sister some great pointers in lifeAlso created a amazing tattoo out of just a ideaI could not be more pleasedHands down the best Tattoo artist you could meet and is art work is So beautiful ❣️❣️❣️

Such a great store! Best customer service Ive experienced in Monterey

Wide selection of comic books, the owner is very friendly and gave great suggestions based off of our interests.

This was my first tattoo and it came out great! Super chill place, and great work!

A comic book store with friendly knowledgeable staff. A decent selection of Silver age comics.

Great store and the staff are friendly and helpful.

Very friend guy, did first tattoo on my grandbrat and she loves it. Thank you

These humans are the best I HIGHLY recommend ! The Best 🥰

Stunning view

Awesome place and great people.

Little pricey but worth it!