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I can't remember having seen any half tone - dot work images like the one on that orb cover working well as a tattoo.
I don't know if you're happy to hear this, but I think it's a pretty cool image you have there, although it is not a great reproduction of that original design surely.
Like others said - let heal and then decide.
I for sure would not try to "fix" the original design but maybe just alter what's there in a way you're happy with..
starting to scab/peel a little - Mrs EB has nicknamed him Neil Armsmudge - heh! ideas for progress?