I have actually been sitting on the idea of getting Jecht's Zanarkand Abes chest tattoo for over 10 years now. Whether it was time, money, etc., something always got in the way of getting it done.

Since then, I have had a few tattoos done (at least one every year on my birthday), starting with my first a little over 5 years ago...



Not only is it a tribute to one of my all-time favorite game series (Drakengard), but it is a constant daily reminder of perseverance, sacrifice, and survival.

I actually plan on finally getting my Jecht tattoo done this year in honor of the upcoming "Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD Remaster" (I had to unlink the hyperlink since I am a new user).


Much like Paolo Hassan, these tattoos might seem very cheesy to some, moreso for those who aren't gamers, but there is a significance to them that is beyond their source. And often we draw strength, confidence, and pride in these works of art. It's a way of showing a part of you up front with those who you may meet and come across.

Personally, I don't care what anyone thinks of my tattoos. They aren't for anyone else but me. They are a way for me to connect with parts of who I am and to emblazon things that matter most to me. They are the things that make me who I am, and no matter what will be dear to me long after I have passed on.