The more modern version of the tribal armband tattoo is the one that can often be done freehand by talented tattoo artists. They often feature a complex series of black line work that intermingle and intermix with each other creating a beautiful pattern. A tribal tattoo is quite an extreme tattoo; it is a black design that is usually applied to the upper arm or back. The original wearers of tribal tattoos used the designs to show their status within their community, it served a purpose to warn others of their rank.
