Sidekick twin to Mario and arguably one of Nintendo’s most iconic figures, Luigi has earned a devout and long-lasting fanbase that has further immortalized itself through numerous tattoo renditions.

Loyal and good-natured, with a calm, unassuming demeanor — shy, even — it’s no wonder Luigi has become the symbol for decades of like-minded souls.

These Luigi tattoo ideas are more than just a nod to the phenomenal world of Mario Bros. and its successor Super Mario Bros., as well as to the unforgettable characters who cemented its lasting legacy. Even the capable and determined Mario can’t get by without his dependable brother, and you no doubt hold a similar place in someone’s life.

Perhaps you have come to the rescue of many a friend and brother in need, neither judging nor chiding, but quietly helping to shoulder the burden at hand. Perhaps like the quietly brave Luigi, you don’t need to make a fuss to be seen and heard, and there’s more than meets the eye concerning your stature.

With countless styles and eras to reference, your Luigi tattoo will no doubt reflect the hero in his finest moment.

Just as Luigi is a character who was able to build his rock-solid rep with few words and even less aggression, so is his tattoo wearer a man who gets things done and leaves the showboating to his more boisterous kin.

What’s a hero without a villain? Some fans of the Super Mario game might prefer to have a tattoo of Waluigi, archrival of Luigi and partner of Wario. If the hero has the letter L on his hat, Waluigi has an inverted L on his own hat. He’s got a much sharper nose than Luigi too, and he looks menacing in this black and gray piece. Don’t mind the bald-headed person above Waluigi; he belongs to another franchise.

In this design, the tattoo artist made Luigi hurl a fireball at a mushroom-like creature known as Goomba, one of the brothers’ enemies that players will likely encounter first in Super Mario.