Cyberfrog

Creation & Design

Cyberfrog was created by Ethan Van Sciver in the early 1990s as a response to the growing popularity of independent comics. The character was designed to be a unique blend of superhero and amphibian traits.

Early Years

Cyberfrog made his debut in 1994 and quickly gained a following due to his distinctive design and engaging storylines. The character's adventures often involved battling various villains and protecting the environment.

Character Development

Over the years, Cyberfrog has evolved from a simple environmental hero to a more complex character dealing with personal struggles and the consequences of his actions. His stories have grown to reflect deeper societal issues while maintaining a sense of adventure.

Cultural Reception

Cyberfrog has received a mixed reception, with some praising its unique art style and environmental themes, while others criticize it for its simplistic storytelling.

Character Details

Real Name:
Cyberfrog
First Appearance:
Vortex #5
Aliases:
Cyberfrog, Cyber-Frog
Species:
Amphibious humanoid
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Cyberfrog Team
Abilities:
Super strength, Enhanced agility, Regeneration
Equipment:
Cybernetic enhancements, Combat gear
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
none

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Hall of Heroes ⋅ 1994
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Preview appearance of Cyberfrog, an interior pin-up and a full page illustration on the back page

Hall of Heroes ⋅ 1994
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1st appearance of Cyberfrog

1st appearance of the Fly, later becomes Deathfly

Hall of Heroes ⋅ 1994
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Scarce

Harris ⋅ 1996
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1st appearance of Heather Swain, an ally of Cyberfrog

Cyberfrog #1

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Variant ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1996
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Variant cover art by Ethan Van Sciver

Variant ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1996
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$70

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Variant cover art by Ethan Van Sciver

Harris ⋅ 1996
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Issue #3 of a 7-issue series

Harris ⋅ 1996
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Issue #4 of a 7-issue series

Variant ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1996
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Variant cover art by Jae Lee

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Small print run

Ashcan ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1996
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Ashcan preview

Variant ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1996
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Variant cover art by Ethan Van Sciver, limited to 1,000 copies

Controversial cover depicting Kurt Cobain, the frontman for Nirvana who died in 1994 from a self-inflicted gunshot wound

Preview ⋅ Harris ⋅ 1997
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Preview Ashcan edition

Less than 10 in CGC census

Harris ⋅ 1997
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Origin of Cyberfrog

Harris ⋅ 1997
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Variant cover art by Art Adams

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Scarce, one-shot

Ashcan ⋅ Harris ⋅ 2001
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Ashcan preview of the 2001 one-shot

Preview ⋅ All Caps ⋅ 2019
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$400

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Pre-print creator approval proof

Value reflects one sale, signed

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48-page graphic novel crowdfunded on Indiegogo by 8,431 backers raising $538,456

Ashcan ⋅ All Caps ⋅ 2020
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28-page preview including 10 pages of story plus 18 pages of additional content

Limited to 180 copies

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Reprinted stories from the Hall of Heroes era of Cyberfrog publishing (1994)

Re-lettered and colored -originally published in black and white, Foil cover

This issue was part of the 'Cyberfrog: Warts And All' 90s Omnibus campaign on Indiegogo that was funded by 3,892 backers totaling $439,141

Variant ⋅ All Caps ⋅ 2021
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Variant black and white sketch cover by Ethan Van Sciver

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