This AI-generated design centers on a formidable Anubis figure, rendered in black-and-grey realism with a dense field of geometric and mechanical motifs. The jackal-headed god stands in an axial, symmetrical pose, wings unfurled in layered fans that radiate across the chest and shoulders, while arcs, circles, and gear-like elements braid through the composition. A central mandala-like core anchors the piece, its facets drawing the eye inward and then outward along sharp, feathered lines. The symbolism is deliberate: Anubis as guardian of the dead and guide through liminal space, the wings representing protection and ascent, the geometry invoking order, balance, and the cycles of life and afterlife. The inclusion of gears and mechanical facets nods to modern body art as a dialogue between ancient myth and contemporary tattoo design, suggesting that transformation is a craft as precise as a clockwork mechanism. The shading is intentionally dense in black, with selective negative space to create depth and contrast, while fine line work renders feather texture, hinge-like joints, and facet cuts that reward close inspection. The repeating patterns give a hypnotic rhythm, reinforcing the impression of a designed tattoo design rather than a simple illustration. This piece is adaptable to large canvases such as back or sleeve, but its strong silhouette also makes it work as a dramatic chest piece. Because of its heavy black areas, it is particularly well-suited for a cover-up, enabling new imagery to flow seamlessly over old marks while preserving the mythic essence. The concept embraces a meaningful tattoo narrative about protection, transition, and endurance, inviting personal interpretation and making it an enduring choice for those seeking a powerful, symbolic black and grey tattoo, whether as a personal emblem or a statement of life’s cycles.