Heroes was founded 18 years ago and has been in several locations. Brahm started as an employee and took over the business seven years ago.

Always a comic fanatic, Wiseman was already buying and selling comics when he was studying English and visual arts at the University of Western Ontario. Wiseman said comic books and graphic novels are still a powerhouse in pop culture.

"It's an influential media. We are seeing about 10 comic book movies a year now," he said.

On Monday, the fixtures from the restaurant that used to occupy the building will be auctioned and renovation of the 4,000 square foot space will begin.

With the help of a loan from Mainstreet London, the facade will get a facelift that may include a mural of superheroes. Wiseman hopes to open the new store by the end of October.

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