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If you are going to suffer the pain of getting tattooed, you might as well get a funny tattoo at the end. When the pain wears off, this piece of art will stay on your skin for a very long time. Good jokes can survive for ages, and funny tattoos always win in the long run. The ideas for these tattoos stem from multiple sources — some are personal, and others are more publicly known.

Funny tattoo ideas are only funny if the person getting them finds them hilarious. Sometimes, humor can come from the basics of things. The most simple funny tattoos come to reality when there is an inside joke to be told. For example, if you have lactose intolerance, a dairy product can be used in the design. Funny and creative tattoos combine personal elements into it. If it's personal, high chances are it will be funny.

Since there are a lot of humor-filled and creative tattoo ideas floating around the internet, we have compiled some of the best ones in the list below. Some are accidentally funny — others are intentional. If you found some of the cool tattoos below funny, upvote them. On the other hand, if you have a funny and cool tattoo of your own, share it through a comment below.

#1

The Most Perfect, Wonderful Tattoo Cover-Up That Has Ever Existed

Funny tattoos: A simple Pikachu sketch transformed into a detailed tattoo with Pikachu painting itself on a canvas.

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    Heeelp

    Funny tattoo of a cute cat sliding down a person's back, using red lines to create a playful effect.

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    Headless Roaches Mom
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be a great tattoo if you have scars that you want to turn into a tat

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    #3

    "What Kind Of Tattoo Do I Want? I Dunno, I Like Cats And Pizza..."

    Funny tattoo of a cat under a slice of pizza with wide eyes on the arm.

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    Raelyn’s Soliloquy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you like cats or pizza better? Whoever has that tattoo: Yes.

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    #4

    This LOTR Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of an armored figure hula hooping with a ring on the thigh.

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    #5

    I Have Had Multiple Ankle Surgeries. Today I Got A Tattoo To Make My Scar A Little Sillier

    Funny tattoos featuring two minimalist smiling symbols on skin.

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    Robert T
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife had a scar like that running the entire length of her back. Whilst wearing an open-backed swimming costume, one of the little children she was minding asked "is it a zip". Would love to have seen her get a zipper tattooed on the bottom.

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    #6

    When Asked "What Does That Mean?" He Replies, "I Don't Know, I Don't Speak Chinese." That Is Literally What It Means

    Funny tattoo in Chinese characters on a person's arm, aiming to bring a smile.

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    #7

    If You Know, You Know

    A funny camel tattoo on a person's big toe with a woman smiling in the background.

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    #8

    Hands Up!!

    Simple funny tattoo of a stick figure dinosaur on a leg above a watermelon-patterned sock.

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    Firstname Lastname
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The birthmark looks like his belly button to me 🙂

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    #9

    Now That's A Mighty Duo

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character riding a pink unicorn and holding a beverage.

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    #11

    What Can I Say, This Was A Ridiculously Fun Pair Of Bestie Tattoos To Make!

    Funny tattoo of a goose with colorful heart patterns and the text "Live Laugh Honk."

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to know the story behind these 😂

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    #12

    Did I Scare You?

    Funny tattoo of a cute ghost wearing a witch hat and holding a "Boo" sign, inked on a person's leg.

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    #13

    That I Snapped In Chinatown, San Francisco

    Tattoo on neck with funny laundry instructions, bringing humor and smiles.

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    Headless Roach
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, I wouldn't mind a little ironing on my wrinkles 🙃

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    #15

    They Thought It Said "You Will Forever Be In My Heart". As An Irish Man, I Can Confirm It Actually Says "Do I Have Permission To Go To The Bathroom"

    Celtic cross tattoo with humorous phrases, showcasing intricate knotwork on the back.

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    Shyla Bouche
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know. Permission to use the bathroom is pretty important.

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    #16

    Such A Mood

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character holding a coffee pot, inked on forearm.

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    #18

    This Pun-Knee Joke

    Funny tattoo reading "Above Knee Bologna" inked on a person's leg, adding humor with wordplay.

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    funkybluegirl
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That word makes me sick to my stomach. literally.

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    #21

    What Is Kirby Drinking

    Funny tattoo of pink pixelated character on arm with a drinking bottle.

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    Headless Roach
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm still waiting for the picture to load 👵🏻

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    #22

    Amazing Lettering

    Funny tattoo of an annoyed cartoon character holding food with text about crab rangoons.

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    reggieblack
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    don't worry it's only an odd meme you can look it up if you want

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    #23

    My Buddy Jokingly Decided To Get A Henna Tattoo Of A Mustache While At The Beach

    Man with a "mustache" tattoo above his lip, humorously posing outdoors in a sunny setting.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you imagine if it didn't fade away and he was stuck with it? 😂

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    #25

    The Ultimate Starter Pack

    Funny tattoo of a coffee cup, toilet paper, and cigarette labeled "T*******e" on skin.

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    #26

    Dude Sure Loves His Turtle

    Tattoo of parent and child silhouette with heartfelt quote, aiming to put a smile on your face.

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    #28

    I Can Empathize With Most Of The Bad Tattoos I See. But This One Had Me At A Loss For Words

    Man with funny tattoo of underwear waistband on lower back standing in a tattoo studio.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know, it's judgy AF but I feel I already know the personality type exhibited here... 😕

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    #29

    These Family Guy Tattoos

    Funny tattoos featuring cartoon characters in colorful heart and oval shapes on a person's arm.

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    g90814
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nicely done but I don't think they'll age well.

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    #30

    Funny Little Summer Flash

    Humorous tattoo of a cartoon character wearing a duck-shaped float, designed to put a smile on your face.

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    #34

    Giant Monster Peak Revisited Stone Arch Tattoo!

    Funny tattoo of a smiling ghost in an arched brick doorway on a person's forearm.

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    Severus Snape (she/her)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me at 3am scrolling BP with my door OPEN: *sigh* I want something exciting to happen. The tattoo: Hello, I'm the demon of your nightmares. In cute form.

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    #35

    I've Seen Some Silly Tattoos Before But

    Funny tattoo of a shaker bottle with text "Get WHEYSTED," designed to put a smile on your face.

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    Klondike Penguin
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know if it’s misspelled or it’s supposed to say that.

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    #36

    This Crying Face

    Funny tattoos featuring a heart with flames and a simple abstract face drawing on an arm.

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    #37

    Oh Yes, Pitbull

    Funny tattoo of a person with sunglasses on a dog's body, designed to make you smile.

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    #38

    My Friend Got A Tattoo Thinking It Said “Nature” But Recently Found Out It Says “Sex”

    A funny tattoo with a Chinese character on a person's chest, partially covered by a shirt.

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    #40

    I'm Deathly Allergic To Milk And Always Thought It Was Funny That A Glass Of Milk Could Kill Me

    Funny tattoo of a grim reaper with a beer mug, adding humor to an arm design.

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    Bad Ass69
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reaper eating an ice cream cone would have been better! Just saying.

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    #41

    Cameleon Scientist

    Funny tattoo of a chameleon in a lab coat holding beakers on a person's leg.

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    #42

    This Is Great

    Funny tattoo on leg of a gravestone with "Died H***y" inscription.

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    Will Cable
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And it took 3 days to put the lid on the coffin

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    #43

    Lazy Kitten

    Minimalist funny tattoo of a grumpy cartoon cat on a person's arm.

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    Grudge-holding Treefrog
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I made that face a minute ago when my bird woke me up

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    #45

    Spontaneous Tattoo At A Friends House Drunk At 3 In The Morning

    Funny tattoo of a red outline smiley face on a wrist, depicting a playful expression with crossed-out eyes and a tongue out.

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    #47

    Instructions

    Funny tattoo of laundry symbols on skin for humorous body art.

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    Liz Orreo trex ago go
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    30 degrees is colder than lukewarm. Or if you american below freezing

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    #48

    Now That's Intresting

    Funny tattoo of a muscular cartoon character on a person's arm.

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    Jasper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is extra funny if you remember the episode 😅

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    #49

    "It's Is My Life" - Jon Bovi

    Funny tattoo with misspelled phrase "it's is my life" attributed to Jon Bovi.

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    #50

    Who Loves An Iron So Much??

    Funny tattoo of an iron with heart-shaped steam on an arm, designed to put a smile on your face.

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    #51

    Meet Marty, The Grilled Cheese Sandwich From My Flash!

    Funny tattoo of a sandwich with a human face and legs, designed to amuse.

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    #53

    Yikes. Looks Like A $1000 Concept Done By A $100 Artist

    Puzzle piece and gear-themed tattoo on upper arm, featuring intricate black ink design elements.

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    #55

    Got Drunk And Let My Drunk Homie Tattoo Me

    Funny tattoo of a small alien face on a heel.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What in heel where you thinking?! 👽😉🤣

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    #56

    Maddi’s Favorite Ice Cream Spoon

    Funny tattoo of a spoon with a sketch nearby on skin.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is exceptionally well renditioned 😊 But why would you want a spoon? Food? Drugs? I've no idea 🤔

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    #57

    I Cat Imagine A Better Tattoo!

    Humorous tattoo of a cartoon cat holding a cleaver on a person's arm.

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    #58

    Only Judge Can God Me

    Funny tattoo with text "Only Judge Can God Me" and an image of a hand holding a brain, intended to humorously confuse.

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    #61

    Tattoo Artist Gave My Spider 9 Legs

    Funny tattoo of a realistic spider on a petal amidst floral design.

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    weatherwitch
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Might be one of those spider penis legs, Google it for traumatising information 😂

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    #62

    A Very Unfortunate Font Choice When Your Child’s Name Is “Tucker”

    Funny tattoo with hearts and text in various fonts, including "amor" and dates, blending humor and sentiment.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a sweet idea but the font is oh so wrong 🤦🏻‍♀️🤣🤣

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    #63

    Funny

    Funny tattoo of a cat with glasses labeled "Charry Potter" on a person's arm.

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    Severus Snape (she/her)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh now Pottah's an animagus what's next? Umbridge goes to Azkaban?

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    #65

    Someone Loves His Food

    Two people with funny tattoos, including a burger and food items, on one man's arm, humorously displayed.

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    Ches Yamada
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    His mustache game is on. Respect for the waxing.

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    #66

    Eye Patch Pikachu

    Funny tattoo sketch of Pikachu on skin.

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    T L
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Peek-achu? 🤦🏾‍♀️ Oh dear.

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    #67

    Don’t Get Tattooed By A Drunk Guy With A Tattoo Gun In His Kitchen

    Arm with funny tattoo of incomplete circle patterns, casually displayed at an outdoor café setting.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like when a pens ink goes funny and blotches everywhere. That could be redone and it would look lovely 😊

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    #69

    First Submission. From A Legit Shop

    Funny tattoo of a diamond on a German flag wristband design.

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    fair_weather_rose
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is the German flag there? Does the diamond signify something ? I'm very confused as to what this means and why someone would get a tattoo of it

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    #70

    A Friend Of Mine On Her 18th Birthday Got A Tattoo

    Tattoo of a rose with the stem forming the words "love conquers all" on skin.

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    #71

    Can I Touch Your Weenus?

    Funny tattoo on an elbow with "Weenus" and "Epidermis" around it.

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    #73

    Forever Alone

    Funny tattoo of a meme face with a simplistic stick figure body, designed to bring a smile.

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    ima cat v2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you don't get the reference this was a popular rage-face back in 2009-2012 called "Forever Alone" and it was commonly used in rage comics. You can search google for an example of a rage comic.

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    #74

    Sonogram Tattoo By A Local Independent “Tattoo Artist”

    Tattoo of a baby's face with the name "Emmanuel" on an arm, featuring funny tattoo art.

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    #75

    I Don’t Know How To Tell My Friend This Is The Worst Thing I’ve Ever Seen

    Funny tattoo with a peace sign and a cartoon monk bringing humor to the design.

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    Esme Weatherwax
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tell your friend in the same way you'd want them to tell you Try OMG WTF is that

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    #76

    I Told Him Not To Do It, My Friend Got A Centipede Tattoo On The Face

    A man with a funny centipede tattoo on his face, wearing a black hat, standing in a room with clocks and art on the walls.

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    XenoMurph
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In 5 years he will grow a beard he will never shave off.

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    #79

    Baby Wolf

    Funny tattoo of a chubby baby with a wolf's head on a person's leg, designed to evoke humor.

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    weatherwitch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh dear Gods, why??? 😮🤦🏻‍♀️🤣🤣

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    #80

    Saw This Bad Boy On Tinder Today

    Funny tattoo of a cartoon character on an arm, designed to put a smile on your face.

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    #82

    And When You Get This... Whatever This Is

    Funny tattoo of a sketchy bird wearing a top hat drawn on skin.

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    #84

    A Work Colleague Got Drunk At A Friends House On NYE And Decided To Let Him Give Him A Tattoo

    Funny tattoo of a sword outline on a forearm, designed with playful details.

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    #85

    This Is Supposed To Be A Fictional Purple M&M, The Numbers Have No Significance To The Person In Question Either

    Funny tattoo of a purple character with numbers 17 17 18 on an arm.

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    ima cat v2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like a sleep paralysis demon xD

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    #86

    Got Drunk With A Mate Last Night And Thought "This Be Fun" Yes These Are Real Tattoos

    Funny tattoos featuring a smiling and frowning face on the ankle, alongside a scribbled "95" mark.

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    #87

    Them: A Tattoo Can’t Give You PTSD, Me An Intellectual:

    Funny tattoo of cartoon legs and a can on the calf, designed to make you smile.

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    #88

    My Cousins First. I'm Legit Sad

    Wolf tattoo with feathers on forearm, blending intricate details that might make you smile.

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    #90

    10 Years Of Shame Later

    Thigh tattoo of a humorous zombie face design in green and red, creating a funny tattoo look.

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    D00FINSHMERTZ
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not bad in my opinion. More like early D&D artwork. Zombies do look rough so it works out. I could rock this. I'm guessing you didn't pay much for such a large tattoo. That's how I got caught 😁

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