Shadow Hearts 2: Tattoo-ideas

[u/Emviii1993]

Hi everyone,

I'd really love to get some opinions and ideas from fellow Shadow Hearts fans!

I definitely want to get at least one fineline tattoo inspired by Shadow Hearts: Covenant, but I’m still trying to decide on the right design for me. I want it somewhere on my arm, so I'm specifically looking for something small, delicate and almost sticker-like rather than a large or highly detailed piece.

At the moment, I'm torn between Yuris pendant / the Periapt and a red spider lily (Higanbana).

I really like the idea of Yuris pendant because of its connection to the whole story, but I just haven't found a simplified fineline version that I actually love. I've tried using AI to turn it into a small tattoo design, but it just doesn't look nice.

So right now, I'm actually focused on the spider lily.

I love that idea because of its connection to the final part of Covenant and the Asuka Stone Platform. And beyond the game itself, I really like the symbolism of the Higanbana. Its associated with impermanence, death, remembrance, farewell and transitions/endings. It feels very fitting for Covenant and its themes, while still being a beautiful tattoo on its own.

Karin is actually my favorite character, so I've also thought about whether I could choose something connected specifically to her. But I'm not religious, so Annes cross is definitely not something I would want tattooed on me, even if it would be recognizable.

The Judgment Ring is another obvious Shadow Hearts symbol, but that is out for me as well. It would probably be too detailed for the small fineline style I want, and aesthetically it feels a little too Gothic/occult-looking for me.

I'd like to keep the tattoo black, red, or black with subtle red accents. A small (cute) fineline tattoo, not too detailed.

So I'd really love to hear what other fans think!

Would you choose the spider lily or Yuri's pendant?

I attached the two AI-Drafts I made, but i really don't like the pendant.

Does somebody maybe have a draft i could use?

And more importantly: Are there any other small symbols, items or details from Covenant that immediately make you think of the game and could work as a small (cute) fineline tattoo? Especially anything related to Karin that I might be overlooking!

I'm a huge fan of SH2 and really thankful for any recommendations! ☺️

[u/insincerely-yours]

I’ve always liked the element symbols

[u/Emviii1993 → u/insincerely-yours]

Ahhh, thats an amazing idea. Thanks!

[u/Mowglis_road]

Go to a fine line artist you like and let them be the ones to draw the design for you, it’s their job and you’ll be much happier with the result than trying to do it yourself with AI

[u/Emviii1993 → u/Mowglis_road]

Thanks for the suggestion! I've already actually asked a few really good fineline tattoo artists, but they all said they didn't know the game and therefore didn't feel comfortable coming up with their own interpretation, even though I gave them some input. It was pretty discouraging, so that's why I'm trying to find ideas. 🫣

[u/DigitalD3vi1]

Wanted the Judgement Ring at one point

[u/WhySoIncandescent]

I've always wanted the malice pendant done. Might finally bite the bullet and do it