Anime fans are a passionate bunch. They display their fandom in a myriad of ways. Some choose to write fanfics, select a waifu or husbando and defend those choices vehemently, or bring their favorite characters to life through cosplay. However, some go the extra mile for anime that holds a special place in their heart, emblazoning their bodies with tattoos of cherished characters or scenes.

Some truly amazing artwork is created when the right tattoo artist and the right fan work together. A lot of the tattoos out there take their cues directly from anime to create a 1-for-1 piece of art. On the other side of the coin are tattoos that are inspired by anime while creating something completely new.

The 20 tattoos in this list are the best we’ve seen. Examples of when everything comes together just right.

Shingeki no Kyojin

A menacing colossal titan tattoo. Courtesy of @dissaor32

Neon Genesis Evangelion

Main Cast of Neon Genesis Evangelion sleeve tattoo. Courtesy of @xjoshxsxe

One Punch Man

Quintessential One Punch Man. Courtesy of @The_Anime_Bunny

Ghost in the Shell

This tattoo is inspired by Ghost in the Shell. Courtesy of @shahingh

My Neighbor Totoro

Tonari no Totoro characters stacked on one another. Courtesy of @totorothings

Spirited Away

Dreamy interpretation of Sen to Chihiro no Kamikakushi characters. Courtesy of @Duchesofthemoon

Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann + Kill la Kill

Two for the price of one in this wonderful mashup. Courtesy of @cuong_tatt

Berserk

Casca leaning against a tree. Courtesy of @okuudere

Pokemon

Psyduck having a grand time. Courtesy of @Jaroslaw_D

Cowboy Bebop

Spike’s Swordfish II sketch tattoo. Courtesy of kannoyoko

Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon

Sailor Moon silhouette mid-transformation. Wonderful color. Courtesy of @DJMolex

One Piece / Hellsing / Street Fighter / etc.

A mix of geeky goodness including One Piece. Courtesy of @OnePIeceReddit

Soul Eater

Soul Eater’s Sun and Moon, one on each leg. Courtesy of laurelinfloral

Death Note

Incredibly detailed Death Note Tattoo. Courtesy of @lacosanostratattoo

Dragon Ball Z

A vivid tattoo of Shenlong. Courtesy of @teachityourself

Guilty Crown

Colorful silhouette combined with an ink splatter style. Courtesy of @dynozartattack

Juubee Ninpuuchou

Jubei Kibagami posing. Courtesy of @helloalexheart

Fairy Tail/Ao no Exorcist

Fairy Tail/Ao no Exorcist sleeve tattoo. Courtesy of @armslikewings

Tetsuwan Atom

Atom in action. Courtesy of @ggsoon73

Kyoushoku Soukou Guyver

Guyver color portrait. Courtesy of @audie_tattoos