An AI-generated tattoo project in grayscale realism, this design fuses mortality and masquerade in a bold, cohesive composition. The centerpiece is a female profile executed in black and grey, where the right side remains lifelike while the left side dissolves into a skull, with the eye socket and teeth rendered in precise tonal transitions to convey depth. A crown of sharp spikes encircles the head, complemented by a thorn necklace around the neck to emphasize sacrifice and endurance. In the figure’s hand lies a smooth mask, its clean planes contrasting with the textured shading of skin and bone, suggesting dual identity and hidden truths. Behind the figure sits a faded hundred-dollar bill, a subtle nod to the price of salvation, while a cluster of bullets on the left adds weight and menace to the scene. The bottom typography reads PRICE OF SALVATION in a gothic serif, anchoring the piece in traditional tattoo language while remaining legible at larger scales. The design works well as a large back or chest piece, yet maintains clarity for smaller placements through strong focal points—the mask, the skull, and the crown—ensuring effective translation into ink. This piece invites contemplation of mortality, identity, and redemption, aligning with meaningful tattoos and black and grey realism. As an AI-generated tattoo project, it demonstrates how digital concepts can inform classic tattoo design with careful line work and shading suitable for fine line tattoo aesthetics. The concept uses deliberate negative space and bold contrast to support a dramatic body art piece, making it an excellent option for a cover-up where old work needs concealing while a new narrative emerges in ink.