The Title Dark Trio is a title given to 3 “New Gen” anime who tip toe the line between Shouenen and Seinen Genre. Balancing the elements of fun lighthearted moments and victories, to Edgy and Dark themes scattered throughout the story.

Chainsaw Man, a show part of the Dark Trio, perfectly fits the description with the way it masterfully balances both Shounen and comedy with its dark themes.

The main character Denji can change the atmosphere of the show on a dime, from talking about his dreams of touching boobs to having an existential crisis when his dreams are shattered in front of him.

Chainsawman is the perfect show for anyone looking for both a laugh and cry.

Denji Hyrbid Form Tattoo

Artist: Chris Salazar

This tattoo by Chris brilliantly captures the chaotic essence of Chainsaw Man. It vividly reflects the moment Denji first transforms into Chainsaw Man, following a savage betrayal by zombie-transformed Yakuza, exploited tirelessly after his father’s death to settle debts. Emerging brutally revived, Denji cracks a joke that slices through the grim scene, “Hey, if I kill every last one of you, I’ll be debt free.” 

Tokyo Special Division 4 eyes

Artist: Nick Yarian

Nick's latest tattoo brilliantly showcases a series of eyes from Tokyo Special Division 4. Each set of eyes tells its own story: Makima's orange and yellow eyes hint at her mysterious nature; Hiemo's piercing blue eyes probably too gazing towards Aki; Power’s whimsical eyes likely fixed on Meowy; and Kobeni’s eyes, sharp and focused, reflecting those rare moments she nails her job. For anyone passionate about Chainsaw Man, this tattoo lineup is a direct hit—perfectly captures the essence and intrigue of each character.

Power Holding Denji’s Birthday Cake

Artist: Deshawn King

Spoilers ahead for any anime onlys.

This piece by Deshawn captures Power presenting a birthday cake to Denji—a fleeting moment filled with bittersweet significance in Chainsaw Man. It’s a striking portrayal of the last time we see Power before her tragic demise at the hands of Makima, who, in a chilling twist, uses her power to cleave Power in half. This event is aimed at crushing Denji’s spirit to call forth Pochita, the true Chainsaw Man

DK highlights Power’s innocence and her earnest attempt to bring some joy to Denji, especially after he had taken care of her following the encounter with the Darkness Devil. This tattoo is heart-wrenching yet beautifully executed, capturing the essence of Power’s character and her pivotal, yet tragic role.

Denji waiting in the cemetery

Artist: Cyn Medina

This tattoo by Cyn brilliantly captures the climactic showdown between Denji and Makima in Chainsaw Man, set against the eerie backdrop of a graveyard. It's here that Denji confronts Makima, surrounded by hybrid devils, with a pivotal question about the “perfect” utopia she plans to create.

 Denji's simple yet profound question, “In this ultra-awesome new world you're going to make, will there still be crappy movies?” leads to a crucial turning point when Makima dismisses the value of flawed films. Denji's realization that a world without the bad can't appreciate the good cements his resolve. “Yup, I gotta kill ya,” he decides.

This tattoo not only embodies the intensity of that moment but also the philosophical essence that makes it a standout scene in the series.

Potchita Tattoo

Artist: Justine Lucy Canzonetta

This tattoo by Justine is a fun take on Pochita from Chainsaw Man. Despite all the wild stuff that happens in the series, and Pochita's intense four-armed true form, this tattoo brings us back to what Pochita originally looked like—a cute little chainsaw dog. It's perfect for anyone who wants a calm but cute reminder from the series, especially since Pochita always tells Denji, "be happy." This piece captures that simple, joyful spirit really well.