Tattoo's first appearance
Speedwagon asking Tattoo to attack Jonathan
Tattoo accompanying Speedwagon to see Jonathan
Tattoo showing Concern for Speedwagon's injuries
Tattoo in Jonathan and Erina's send off party
Tattoo
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“
Hey, tough guy! Whaddya think's gonna happen when I pull back this knife, huh? Yer gonna lose those four pretty fingers a' yours!
”
—Tattoo, Chapter 8: The Stone Mask, Part 1
Tattoo (刺青, Irezumi), as referred to by Speedwagon, is a minor character introduced in the first part of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure series, Phantom Blood.
Appearance
Tattoo is a rugged-looking grown man with a medium-sized beard and unkempt hair. His wardrobe consists mainly of a fringed leather jacket, pants, and belt. His most noticeable feature, and the obvious source of his name, is a large tattoo stretching from cheek to cheek and from forehead to nose dorsum - the tattoo appears to be either a butterfly or a design similar to a Rorschach test image.
Color Schemes
The series is known for alternating colors between media, the information presented below may or may not be canon.
Colored MangaPB (PS2)AnimeEyes of Heaven
Skin(Fair, blue face tattoo.)
Hair(Red)
Eyes(Periwinkle)
Outfit
(Tan poncho over a green coat. Brown belt with a golden buckle. Blue trousers)
Skin(Fair, red face tattoo.)
Hair(Black)
Eyes(Black)
Outfit
(Beige poncho over a blue coat and trousers. Brown belt. Black arm warmers.)
Skin(Fair, blue face tattoo.)
Hair(Maroon)
Outfit
(Mode Beige poncho with a green collar and dark brown tassels. Mode Beige coat with green sleeves. Mode Beige trousers.)
Skin(Fair, blue face tattoo.)
Hair(Maroon)
Eyes(Black)
Upper Outfit
(Beige poncho over a beige coat with green sleeves. Chesnut arm warmers.)
Lower Outfit
(Beige trousers. Brown belt with a silver buckle. Black boots)
Abilities
As a thief from the dangerous Ogre Street, Tattoo mostly goes for his victims in a combined attack with his friends. He is known for using a knife and shows no remorse in maiming and dismembering his opponents.
History
Phantom Blood
Little is known about Tattoo, aside from his rowdy nature and apparent acquaintanceship with Robert E. O. Speedwagon, the two of them both originating from Ogre Street. He is first introduced when he, along with Speedwagon and a Kempo Fighter, ambush Jonathan Joestar during his journey to find a cure for his father's illness. He is the first to attack Jonathan using a knife - quickly becoming shocked and incredulous when Jonathan stops the blade with only a gloved hand.[1]
Later in the series, after the mansion battle, Speedwagon decides to visit Jonathan in the hospital, with Tattoo and the Kempo Master along for the ride (likely implying that they have changed their criminal ways along with Speedwagon). Concerned for his friend's health, Tattoo suggests that Speedwagon relax due to his own injuries, but was promptly ignored.[2]
At the end of Part 1, he is seen in the group that sees Jonathan and Erina off on their honeymoon to America, along with the Kempo Master.[3]
Chapters / Episodes
Manga AppearancesChapters in order of appearance
- Chapter 8: The Stone Mask, Part 1
- Chapter 9: The Stone Mask, Part 2
- Chapter 17: The Birth of DIO
- Chapter 41: Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio, Part 3
Anime AppearancesEpisodes in order of appearance
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 2: A Letter from the Past
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Episode 9: The Final Ripple!
Video Games
Phantom Blood (PS2 Game)
Referred to as "Tattoo Guy" in the game, he appears as an enemy during Chapter 05 alongside Speedwagon and Kempo Fighter. He can be played as in one Extra Battle Mode fight, though his moveset is limited.
Tattoo Guy
Commands
Name
Repeated Stabbing
Eyebrow Split
Face Stab
Carotid Artery Cut
Running
Running
Heart Thrust
Evading Forward Roll
Available Stages: Extra Battle 04
Eyes of Heaven (PS3/PS4)
Tattoo appears in the game as part of Speedwagon's moveset and exclusive Style titled Ogre Street (
Using the move, Go nuts with those knives, boys!, Tattoo will attack Speedwagon's target, but will also attack the nearest opponent if Speedwagon is not locked on to anybody.
Diamond Records (Android/iOS)
Tattoo appears in Diamond Records as part of Speedwagon's moveset, alongside the Kempo Master. In Action Battle, he can be summoned to attack once with his knife, or be summoned alongside Kempo Fighter to help Speedwagon fight off opponents for a limited time. However, in Tactical Battle he can only be summoned to do single attacks.
Tattoo also appears on his own as an enemy character.
Gallery
First appearance in the anime
Tattoo as depicted in the Anime
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Tattoo as part of the group that sees Jonathan and Erina off.
Tattoo & Speedwagon in the Phantom Blood Movie 2004 Test Pilot
Tattoo in the Phantom Blood PS2 game
Speedwagon with Tattoo and the Kempo Master, Eyes of Heaven
Ogre Street Gang in combat, EoH
Concept art in Eyes of Heaven
Tattoo's model in Diamond Records
References
- ↑ Chapter 8: The Stone Mask (1)
- ↑ Chapter 17: The Birth of DIO
- ↑ Chapter 41:Fire and Ice, Jonathan and Dio (3)
