Butterfly sword tattoo stencil with flaming wings and a spiked heart pommel — a line-art dagger that blends elegance with edge. This vertical design reads as cyber-fantasy and futuristic at once: wings for change, blade for clarity, heart for guarded passion. Clean outlines keep it crisp on skin whether you go subtle or statement.

About this design

This piece merges a butterfly + sword motif with ornamental flames and a spiked heart set into the handle. The symmetry and negative space create an outlined look that transfers cleanly as a tattoo stencil. It’s a gothic fantasy dagger with a symbolic twist: transformation that learned to carry armor.

Placement ideas

• Forearm or wrist: vertical flow for everyday visibility.
• Sternum or chest center: elegant axis with protective vibe.
• Spine / upper back: tall silhouette that scales beautifully.
• Thigh or calf: bold format with strong leg contours.
• Upper arm: readable at medium size without losing detail.

Every body is different. Your artist can scale or nudge elements so the sword sits straight and the wings follow your natural lines.

Symbolism & meaning

Wings suggest change and renewal; the blade adds courage and clear boundaries; the heart signals passion protected. Together the design reads as beauty that survived the sharp parts of life — transformation with steel.

Questions people ask

What does a butterfly on a sword or dagger tattoo symbolize?

A butterfly tattoo often means transformation, but paired with a sword it sharpens into resilience. Wings speak to change and survival; the blade brings clarity and courage. It’s softness that learned to fight back — a gothic butterfly dagger tattoo for people who want ink that carries both vulnerability and strength.

What does the heart in the handle of this dagger mean?

The heart usually signals openness; ringed with spikes it becomes guarded love — passion with armor. As a neotribal heart dagger, it’s a reminder that caring isn’t weakness. Many read it as a gothic emblem: devotion that endured wounds, love strong enough to defend itself without losing shape.

Can a gothic fantasy sword tattoo work for both men and women?

Yes. This fantasy sword tattoo adapts to any wearer. On men, the blade and flames feel like armor and resolve. On women, the butterfly and heart add grace with edge, creating a protective but elegant mark. Its vertical symmetry suits sternum, spine, or forearm — flash that flexes with intention, not limited by gender.

What do flaming butterfly tattoos represent?

A flaming butterfly tattoo speaks to rebirth that survived trial. The butterfly brings fragility and renewal; the flames add danger, passion, and endurance. Together they become wings that glow instead of burn — a symbol of self-creation and defiance, beauty lit with fire.

Why this design works

• Artist-ready: crisp outlines, balanced symmetry, clean negative space.
• Scales well: holds detail at wrist/forearm, shines as sternum or back piece.
• Symbolic depth: butterfly + blade + heart = transformation, courage, protected passion.
• Original flash: created from scratch for clear transfer and easy sizing.

Instant download — files included

• PNG (transparent, high-resolution, stencil-ready)
• JPEG (preview image)
• PDF (printable option, easy to resize)

For personal use only — resale or redistribution isn’t allowed. Need a different size or format? Message anytime.

If you want a butterfly sword tattoo that’s elegant but fierce — wings, flame, and a guarded heart — this stencil delivers a meaningful design with sharp presence.

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