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Creation & Design

Savage Dragon was created by Erik Larsen as part of the Image Comics launch in the early 1990s, designed to be a unique superhero with a blend of traditional superhero elements and a more mature, gritty narrative.

Early Years

The character debuted in 1992 and quickly became a staple of the Image Comics universe, known for his distinctive green skin and dragon-like features. His stories often revolve around crime-fighting in Chicago and dealing with various supervillains.

Character Development

Over the years, Savage Dragon has evolved from a straightforward superhero to a complex character dealing with personal loss, legacy, and the consequences of his actions. His relationships with other characters have deepened, and he has become a symbol of resilience in the face of adversity.

Cultural Reception

Savage Dragon has been well-received for its unique storytelling and character development, often praised for its mature themes and social commentary.

Character Details

Real Name:
Dragon
Aliases:
The Dragon, Savage Dragon
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Chicago Police Department, The Dragon's Team
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Regeneration, Flight
Weight:
250lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
green

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Graphic Fantasy #1

Ajax • 1982 • Vol. 1
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First written and illustrated work in comics by Erik Larsen

1st appearance of Paul Dragon

'Savage' was later added after a cease and desist order from Dragon Magazine

Estimated print run of 300

Graphic Fantasy #2

Ajax • 1982 • Vol. 1
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Cameo appearance of Savage Dragon

Graphic Fantasy #3

Ajax • 1982 • Vol. 1
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3rd appearance of Dragon, later renamed the Savage Dragon

Stories in this issue reprinted in Savage Dragon #228

Print run of 500 copies, signed by by Larsen, Keyes, Day and Ballard

Megaton #2

Megaton • 1985 • Vol. 1
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Cameo appearance of Savage Dragon

Megaton #3

Megaton • 1986 • Vol. 1
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The name Paul Dragon is changed to Savage Dragon

Megaton #4

Megaton • 1986 • Vol. 1
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2nd appearance of Savage Dragon

Savage Dragon #1

Image • 1992 • Vol. 1
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First solo-titled Savage Dragon series which ran for three issues

1st cameo appearance of the Super-Patriot, prior to cybernetic enhancements

Savage Dragon #33

Image • 1996 • Vol. 2
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1st appearance of The Savage Dragon's son, Malcolm Dragon as a baby

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #10

Image • 1997 • Vol. 1
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Crossover appearance of the Savage Dragon

Savage Dragon #100

Image • 2002 • Vol. 2
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Second printing

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Savage Dragon #125

Image • 2006 • Vol. 2
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Copies ordered by retailers: 6,990

Savage Dragon #0

Image • 2006 • Vol. 2
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Origin of The Savage Dragon

Savage Dragon #137

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Team-up of Madman and Savage Dragon

Savage Dragon #145

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Variant cover art by Erik Larsen

Savage Dragon #150

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Variant cover art by Erik Larsen

Savage Dragon #183

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Variant cover art by Chris Giarrusso

Savage Dragon #190

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64-page digest-sized edition

Savage Dragon #192

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The Savage Dragon is stripped of his powers

Malcolm, The Savage Dragon's son takes up his father's mantle

Issue marks an end of an era in this title

Savage Dragon #193

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Variant cover art by Erik Larsen and Todd McFarlane

Savage Dragon #200

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Variant cover art by Erik Larsen, created as an exclusive with the Jack Kirby museum

Savage Dragon #216

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Part two of a four-issue crossover with Spawn #265 and #266

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Savage Dragon #217

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Conclusion of a four-issue crossover with Spawn #265 and #266

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Spawn #266

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Team-up of Spawn, the Savage Dragon and Ant

Savage Dragon #250

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1st appearance of Paul Dragon, an 80s version of the Savage Dragon from an alternate reality

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