HOPPY the frog, the first frog created by Matt Furie in 2004. Pepe, the viral internet meme seen billions of times, is widely known. However, few are aware that Pepe was based on Hoppy. Pepe resonated with viewers worldwide, but the true inspiration behind it all was Hoppy. Hoppy's spirit sparked Matt's imagination and set the stage for Pepe's rise to fame. While not as widely recognized as Pepe, Hoppy held a special place in the hearts of the artist and those fortunate enough to discover him.