A solid black butterfly, wings spread wide, pierced vertically by a long ornate sword. The blade runs from pommel to tip through the butterfly's body, with ink-splash tendrils and delicate filigree curling off both wings. Dark, symmetrical, and surprisingly detailed at this scale.

The vertical composition — sword tip to pommel — sits well on a forearm, a sternum, or down the back of the calf. Bold enough to hold on its own; structured enough to anchor a sleeve. If you like the edge-meets-delicate contrast, check out our dark tattoo collection.

• Lasts 1–2 weeks · jagua ink, plant-based
• Waterproof once developed · fades naturally