This tattoo design draws on the mythic figure Anubis, the ancient Egyptian god of mummification and the afterlife, rendered in a dramatic black-and-grey realism with subtle gold and blue accents that catch the light on skin. The composition centers on a jackal-headed deity whose elongated snout, alert ears, and piercing blue eye read as an emblem of vigilance and guardianship. A nemes-style headdress crowns the figure, its linear bands and stepped geometry echoing ancient relief sculpture, while a jeweled collar and a sun disk behind the head anchor the image in timeless iconography. The high-contrast shading creates a carved, three-dimensional appearance, with feathered fur textures, reflective metal details, and soft transitions that keep the piece legible at large scales. The repeating graphic patterns—the headdress lines, the segmented collar, and the ornamental motifs—create a rhythmic design that makes the tattoo feel cohesive yet dynamic. Visually, the design blends realism with stylized symbolism, offering a commanding silhouette for upper-arm, chest, or back placements. Meaningfully, Anubis stands as protector and guide for souls, the jackal as watchful guardian against decay, while the sun disk signifies rebirth and cycles of life; together they convey a message of protection, transition, and sacred endurance. This AI-generated concept, inspired by Anubis, demonstrates how mythological tattoo design can merge ancient allegory with contemporary ink technique to yield a meaningful tattoo suitable for meaningful tattoos and custom tattoo design. Given the dominance of dark shading, the piece is especially well-suited for cover-up purposes, enabling new detail and contrast to emerge over older tattoos while preserving the wearer’s personal symbolism. The result is a powerful, iconic body art statement that respects Egyptian iconography, while delivering modern realism, a versatile tool for ink enthusiasts and collectors.