Tattoo
CharacterTattoo is a rough Ogre Street thief who briefly crosses paths with Jonathan Joestar early in Phantom Blood. Named by Speedwagon for the bold mark across his face, he begins as a mugger before drifting, like his companions, onto the right side of the story.
Appearance
Tattoo is a burly, weathered man sporting a short beard and a mess of untidy hair, usually dressed in a fringed leather jacket with matching pants and belt. The obvious source of his nickname is a broad marking that sweeps from one cheek to the other and climbs from his brow down to the bridge of his nose, resembling either a butterfly or an inkblot design.
Personality
A hardened member of the dangerous Ogre Street crowd, Tattoo tends to gang up on his targets alongside his fellow thieves and shows no hesitation about maiming anyone he robs, favoring a knife. Despite that violent streak, he reveals a softer, loyal side later on, fretting over Speedwagon's injuries and sticking with him once the trio leaves crime behind.
History
Little of Tattoo's past is recorded beyond his rowdy nature and his ties to Speedwagon, both men hailing from Ogre Street. He first appears among the muggers who corner Jonathan during the young man's search for a cure to his father's illness, lunging in with a knife only to freeze in disbelief when Jonathan catches the blade bare-handed. Later, after the battle at the mansion, he tags along to visit the recovering Jonathan in the hospital and urges Speedwagon to rest, and by the close of Part 1 he stands among the crowd seeing Jonathan and Erina off on their voyage to America.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Tattoo in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure?
Tattoo is a rough Ogre Street thief who briefly crosses paths with Jonathan Joestar early in Phantom Blood, initially mugging him before joining the right side of the story alongside his companions.
How did Tattoo get his name?
Tattoo was named by Speedwagon for the bold marking that sweeps across his face from cheek to cheek and down to the bridge of his nose, resembling a butterfly or an inkblot design.
How does Tattoo first meet Jonathan Joestar?
Tattoo first appears among the muggers who corner Jonathan Joestar during his search for a cure to his father's illness, lunging at him with a knife only to freeze in disbelief when Jonathan catches the blade bare-handed.
What is Tattoo's personality like?
Tattoo is a hardened Ogre Street thief who shows no hesitation about maiming the people he robs, but he later reveals a loyal, softer side, worrying over Speedwagon's injuries and staying by his side after leaving crime behind.
What happens to Tattoo by the end of Phantom Blood?
By the close of Part 1, Tattoo stands among the crowd seeing Jonathan Joestar and Erina off on their voyage to America, having left his life of crime behind alongside Speedwagon.
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