A Sak Yant tattoo is a traditional style of tattoo originating in Southeast Asia. This type of tattoo is believed to be more than 2,000 years old and is believed to have a spiritual, protective power. The tattoos are traditionally performed by monks or other spiritual practitioners and are believed to bring luck, protection, and good fortune to the wearer. The tattoos can be of various religious symbols, or of animals, magical creatures, or even words. They are typically done in black ink, but sometimes colored inks are used as well.