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    27 of the Coolest Geeky Tattoos That Celebrate Fandom in Style

    It's funny to think back to a time when the idea of a nerd rocking a tattoo seemed impossible. Tattoos used to be all about rebellion—bold, daring, and way too "out there" for someone who spends their weekends arguing whether Aragorn could defeat Obi-Wan Kenobi in a fight. (Spoiler: He can't. Aragorn might be a badass Dúnedain, but Obi-Wan is literally space Jesus with a lightsaber.)

    But here's the thing: nerds have always been cool, even if the world took a while to notice. And celebrating the things you love—whether it's Star Wars, The Legend of Zelda, or The Lord of the Rings—deserves a big, bold canvas. Geeky tattoos are more than just body art; they're passion, personality, and fandom immortalized.

    This collection of 27 tattoos showcases the best of geek culture in ink, from intricate full-sleeve masterpieces to subtle, clever designs only the sharpest fans would catch. Each one tells a story, a tribute to the universes that shaped us. So, let's raise our (fictional) wands, lightsabers, and Master Swords to the fans who wear their love on their sleeves—literally. Who knows? You might just find your next tattoo inspiration right here.

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      Lord of the Hoops

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    • 02

      Cool Marvel leg sleeve 1

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      via u/xcountry1983

      by Ryan Willingham at Apocalypse Tattoo in Atlanta, GA

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      Cool Marvel leg sleeve 2

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      via u/xcountry1983

      by Ryan Willingham at Apocalypse Tattoo in Atlanta, GA

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      Cool Marvel leg sleeve 3

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      via u/xcountry1983

      by Ryan Willingham at Apocalypse Tattoo in Atlanta, GA

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      Cool Marvel leg sleeve 4

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      via u/xcountry1983

      by Ryan Willingham at Apocalypse Tattoo in Atlanta, GA

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      Cool Marvel leg sleeve 5

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      via u/xcountry1983

      by Ryan Willingham at Apocalypse Tattoo in Atlanta, GA

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    • 07

      Zelda Arm Tattoo

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      via u/ghosttattoostudios

      by Aaron at Ghost Tattoo Studios in Charlotte, NC

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      Darth Vader

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      via u/hilmartattoos

      by hilmartattoos based out of black anchor in Los Angeles ca

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    • 09

      Bowser

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      via u/Lostinaquariums

      by JT @ Ember Gallery in Plymouth, UK

    • 10

      Fallout

      Naka Cola
      via u/lakers216

      by @inkbymik Jurupa Valley, Ca

       

    • 11

      Mario/DooM cross over leg sleeve 1

      1/7
      via u/XxPumbaaxX
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      Mario/DooM cross over leg sleeve 2

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      via u/XxPumbaaxX
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      Mario/DooM cross over leg sleeve 3

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      via u/XxPumbaaxX
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      Mario/DooM cross over leg sleeve 4

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      via u/XxPumbaaxX
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    • 15

      Darth Vader

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      via u/hilmartattoos

      by hilmartattoos based out of black anchor in Los Angeles ca

       

    • 16

      Star Wars

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      via u/wtg_artist

      by © Lucasm Tattoo.

       

    • 17

      Chrono cross

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      via u/hilmartattoos

      by hilmartattoos based out of black anchor in Los Angeles ca

       

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    • 18

      Appa!

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      via u/Far-Snow-4452
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      Jinx

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      via u/ghosttattoostudios

      by Ruslan from Ghost Tattoo Studios in Charlotte, NC!

       

    • 20

      Hollow Knight

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      via u/TiLLm
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    • 21

      Pokemon

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      via u/mimiktattoo

      by Donnie Moore from Mimik Tattoo in Indian Trail, NC!

       

    • 22

      Rick and Morty

      via u/wtg_artist

      by © Mashkov from NYC.

       

    • 23

      Diablo

      Cheezburger Image 10460876032
      via u/blastingtats

      By Mattlock Lopes Virginia Beach Virginia

       

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    • 24

      Wolverine

      Cheezburger Image 10460876288
      via u/DarthPhish
    • 25

      The Last of Us

      via u/blastingtats

      By Mattlock Lopes, Virginia Beach, Virginia

       

    • 26

      Valkyrie Dani Moonstar

      Cheezburger Image 10460882176
      via u/EmpressZombiKitty

      by Eric at 1757Ink in Leesburg, VA

       

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      Batman, Joker and Harley

      via u/hilmartattoos

      by hilmartattoos based out of black anchor in Los Angeles ca

       

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