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15 Dragon Tattoos Worth Talking About

Six 15 dragon tattoos worth talking about shown in an editorial collage

For many centuries, dragons have stood for power, wisdom, and mystery. Because of this, dragons are one of the most sought after designs for tattoo enthusiasts to have on their body. It does not matter whether you enjoy detailed line work or tattoos with bold color. Each dragon tattoo serves its purpose of storytelling. To help you get the conversation started, here are 16 amazing dragon tattoo designs. Let your imagination fly high as these unique dragon designs are anything but boring.

The Majestic Eastern Dragon

Eastern dragons have flowing scales with bold colors. These dragons are a symbol of strength and good fortune. If you choose this tattoo, you will have the wisdom of the East.

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Healed the majestic eastern dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the majestic eastern dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter — study 2
Healed the majestic eastern dragon tattoo on a adult person's inner forearm, photographed in a natural straight-on close view, a touch — study 3

The Fierce Western Dragon

Western dragons are bold, powerful, and independent. If you want to make a strong and powerful statement, then you should consider this design.

Healed the fierce western dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer calf, photographed in a natural straight-on close view, a touch — study 1
Healed the fierce western dragon tattoo on a adult person's upper back, photographed in a natural gentle side angle that clearly shows — study 2

The Playful Water Dragon

Water dragons symbolize flexibility, tranquility, and adaptability. This tattoo’s calm and flowing design will be perfect for those who value balance and peace.

Healed the playful water dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural waist-height candid close-up — study 1
Healed the playful water dragon tattoo on a adult person's upper back, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 2

The Mystical Celestial Dragon

Celestial dragons are magical and ethereal. Their beauty and design will give you a captivating mystical aura.

Healed the mystical celestial dragon tattoo on a adult person's upper back, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the mystical celestial dragon tattoo on a adult person's inner forearm, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter — study 2

The Wise Dragon with Lanterns

If you are looking for enlightenment and wisdom, look no further. A dragon design with glowing lanterns will help you achieve what you are looking for.

Healed the wise dragon with lanterns tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the wise dragon with lanterns tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 2

The Guardian Dragon with Armor

A design with an armored dragon will symbolize protection. This design will be powerful and impressive for those who embody strength.

Healed the guardian dragon with armor tattoo on a adult person's outer calf, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the guardian dragon with armor tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 2

The Enchanted Forest Dragon

The tattoo of a forest dragon is a great combination of fantasy and nature for someone who enjoys exploring the many elements of the natural world.

Healed the enchanted forest dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the enchanted forest dragon tattoo on a adult person's inner forearm, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 2
Healed the enchanted forest dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural straight-on close view, a touch — study 3

The Tribal Dragon

The bold, tribal design of a dragon is a unique interpretation of the culture and strength associated with dragons and is therefore a great choice for someone looking for an original design.

Healed the tribal dragon tattoo on a adult person's side ribs, photographed in a natural gentle side angle that clearly shows how the — study 1
Healed the tribal dragon tattoo on a adult person's side ribs, photographed in a natural slightly elevated close view — study 2

The Dragon in Flight

This particular tattoo design is for a dragon that is captured at the moment it is flying and is ideal for that person whose ambitions are to reach great heights and achieve the ultimate level of freedom.

Healed the dragon in flight tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the dragon in flight tattoo on a adult person's shoulder, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 2
Healed the dragon in flight tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural straight-on close view, a touch — study 3

The Mythic Sea Dragon

Designs of dragons that rise from the ocean possess power and mystique, and therefore are great designs for adventurers or people who love the sea.

Healed the mythic sea dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 1
Healed the mythic sea dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural straight-on close view, a touch — study 2
Healed the mythic sea dragon tattoo on a adult person's shoulder, photographed in a natural gentle side angle that clearly shows how — study 3

The Ancient Stone Dragon

The tattoo design of a stone dragon possesses a timeless and strong quality as a tribute to an everlasting dragon legend and is great for the person whose carved dragon design possesses an artistic and aged appearance.

Healed the ancient stone dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural slightly elevated close view — study 1
Healed the ancient stone dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural waist-height candid close-up — study 2

The Fiery Volcanic Dragon

The design of a volcanic dragon is ideal for the person who has a strong will and determination as it is a design that is created using tremendous dynamic energy to summon the powerful spirit of a dragon.

Healed the fiery volcanic dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer calf, photographed in a natural waist-height candid close-up — study 1
Healed the fiery volcanic dragon tattoo on a adult person's shoulder, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 2

The Lunar Dragon

The design of a dragon sleeping under the moon is a design that has a sense of peace and is a quiet design for that dreamer who prefers designs with a sense of mystery.

Healed the lunar dragon tattoo on a adult person's inner forearm, photographed in a natural waist-height candid close-up — study 1
Healed the lunar dragon tattoo on a adult person's upper back, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 2
Healed the lunar dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 3

The Serpent Dragon

The tattoo is designed to create a combination of the opposing elements of extreme heat and extreme cold as it is of a dragon that is symmetrically divided into two halves with one side being a bright red color. This is ideal for someone who has a design that is meant to create a balance between opposing or polar elements.

Healed the serpent dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer calf, photographed in a natural waist-height candid close-up — study 1
Healed the serpent dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer thigh, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 2

The Fire and Ice Dragon

This design is ideal for someone with a great deal of character as it is created using the dynamic energy that is used to summon the powerful spirit of a dragon and this design will certainly impress most people.

Healed the fire and ice dragon tattoo on a adult person's outer upper arm, photographed in a natural relaxed documentary crop — study 1
Healed the fire and ice dragon tattoo on a adult person's upper back, photographed in a natural casual close three-quarter view — study 2