So, you want a tattoo — but you’ve also heard horror stories about ribs, knees, and “that one friend who cried halfway through their ankle piece.” Let’s talk about what really hurts (and what doesn’t) when it comes to tattoo placement. Pain is subjective, sure — but after years of watching people twitch, laugh, and occasionally question all their life choices, our artists at West Side Tattoo  have built a fairly accurate pain scale. Here’s how it breaks down. 1. The Easy Bree