Ep 2. Lost in Tattoo Translation

Bad Ink is a popular American reality show that follows the lives of two expert tattoo artists, Rob Ruckus and Dirk Vermin. This tattoo-lover’s dream show follows the dynamic duo as they travel around Las Vegas to locate and fix poorly done tattoos from unsuspecting victims who thought they were getting their dream tattoos. In this second episode of the show's second season, titled "Lost in Tattoo Translation," Rob and Dirk share their expertise to help fix some bad tattoos that are the result of mistranslated phrases.

The episode starts with the duo receiving a call from a concerned woman named Jessica Cooper who wanted Rob and Dirk to fix a tattoo that she claims was mistranslated. Jessica's tattoo was meant to inspire her during a tough time in her life. The problem with her tattoo was that she had gotten a Japanese phrase tattooed on her arm that was supposed to mean "My family is my life." However, as she later discovered, it translated to "My family is my grave." Her embarrassment and disappointment were immediately clear.

Next, Dirk and Rob head to the tattoo studio where she got her tattoo to check the validity of her claim. They spoke to the artist who confirmed the translation and admitted that it was his mistake. After a brief discussion with the artist, Rob Ruckus and Dirk Vermin decided to offer their expertise to help Jessica fix the poorly done tattoo. They know how important tattoos can be to people, so they planned to deliver beyond her expectations.

The next part of the show follows the duo's effort to find a correction for the mistaken phrase. They sought the assistance of a Japanese student, Yui, to help them translate the phrase correctly. After clearing up any misunderstandings and finding the right translation, it was time to work on Jessica's tattoo. Rob and Dirk developed a brilliant way to correct her tattoo by creating a design that incorporated a dragon and a phoenix that matched the style of the original tattoo. After working on the design and making everything perfect, the team was ready to work their magic on her tattoo.

Finally, time has arrived for the moment of truth as they started working on Jessica's tattoo. Rob and Dirk showed off their skills by using various techniques to cover up the bad translation and create a new and beautiful tattoo. Watching the expert tattoo artists turn a poorly done tattoo into a masterpiece was a treat to witness.

In the end, everyone was happy with the end result. The tattoo was transformed from a disaster to a beautiful piece of art. The most important part, of course, was that the translation was correct and much more meaningful. Jessica was beyond happy with her new tattoo and her experience with Rob Ruckus and Dirk Vermin was nothing short of exceptional.

In conclusion, the second episode of the second season of Bad Ink titled "Lost in Tattoo Translation" is an episode that viewers and tattoo lovers can't miss. This episode is incredibly engaging, action-packed, and shows off the incredible talent and passion of Rob and Dirk. The duo's hard work and dedication to their craft are clear to see, and watching the transformation of Jessica's tattoo was nothing short of a cinematic experience. Overall, this episode of Bad Ink is a great watch, especially for viewers who have a deep love for tattoos and appreciate the artistry behind their creation.