Fierce Guardian: Dragon Tattoo

Design a tattoo for the side of the upper arm featuring a stylized dragon coiling around the arm, its body adorned with intricate scales that shimmer like gemstones. The dragon's head, fierce and majestic, breathes vibrant flames that curl and dance around the design, creating a sense of movement. The artistic style should blend traditional Japanese influences with a modern twist, emphasizing bold lines and flowing forms. The tattoo should be medium to large in scale, wrapping around the arm to create a dynamic visual effect. Use a color palette of deep reds, golds, and blacks, with highlights of white to accentuate the flames and scales. Incorporate subtle textures within the scales to enhance depth. This design symbolizes strength and protection, evoking a fierce yet harmonious mood, embodying the spirit of the dragon as a guardian in various cultures.