Dragon-winged woman with sword tattoo stencil in gothic blackwork dotwork — a fierce heroine seated on a slain dragon’s head, blade grounded in calm control. The composition blends dark fantasy tattoo energy with medieval fantasy aesthetics for chest, ribs, thigh, or upper back placements.

About this design

This blackwork dotwork tattoo stencil uses crisp lines and stippled shading to form the wings, subtle horns, and the fallen dragon beneath her. The sword creates a clean vertical axis while the wings curve with body flow — ideal for sternum / chest center, side rib tattoo, or front thigh design. Line weights and negative space are tuned to transfer cleanly and heal clearly at small or larger scales.

Meaning & symbolism

This scene is about aftermath and authorship. The woman with sword tattoo doesn’t pose for conquest; she rests in resolve. The dragon’s head stands for fear faced and named; the wings signal transformation; the blade represents choice. It’s a gothic blackwork emblem for people who reclaimed what once threatened them — strength without noise, power with direction.

Style & vibe

• Gothic blackwork & dotwork: bold silhouette with detailed stipple texture.
• Medieval-fantasy tone: mythic mood, contemporary readability.
• Female warrior motif: dragon-winged heroine, sword as axis, iconic posture.
• Body-mapped symmetry: wings and sword align naturally along spine/torso lines.

Placement ideas

• Chest / sternum: vertical sword alignment, wings framing the torso.
• Side ribs: wing arcs follow the rib curve for dynamic movement.
• Front thigh: space for full composition and contrast.
• Upper back: bold, centered read with strong silhouette.

Files included – instant download

• PNG – transparent background, stencil-ready
• JPEG – high-resolution preview
• PDF – print-ready sheet for your tattoo artist

Why it works

• Readable at size: balanced line weights, smart negative space.
• Artist-friendly: transfers cleanly, easy to scale or mirror.
• Iconic + meaningful: dragon-winged female figure, sword, and throne-like pose form a memorable mark.

More in this style

Explore more designs in the Gothic Tattoo Stencils collection, featuring dark witchy motifs, occult-inspired linework, and high-contrast designs prepared for professional stencil transfer.

Digital product only – no physical item will be shipped. Original artwork by ServingSomeLines. Personal use only; not for resale or redistribution.