The Ultimate Petty Revenge: How I Tricked My “Pick-Me” Frenemy Into Getting a Giant Haku Tattoo
Let’s be honest—most of us have dreamt about serving up the perfect slice of petty revenge to that one person who just couldn’t stop pushing our buttons. But how many of us have ever inspired someone to permanently ink our prank onto their skin? This is the hilariously diabolical tale of how one Redditor’s clever lie led her “pick-me” frenemy to get a massive tattoo… straight out of her own imagination.
Meet Peggy: the pick-me who couldn’t resist a little one-upmanship. And meet the author: the friend who served up a hot dish of poetic justice—with a dash of Studio Ghibli flair.
Game Nights, Pettiness, and Petty Plots
Our story starts innocently enough with a game night. The narrator, let’s call her Jo, gives Peggy a chance to join the friend group. Peggy, however, wastes no time making a less-than-stellar impression—think backhanded compliments, fake pratfalls (with bonus head-pushing), and a public shaming over Jo’s divorce. Yikes.
But the real root of Peggy’s animosity? A little friendly competition over Mark, the group’s resident heartthrob. As Peggy’s attempts to single out and embarrass Jo ramp up, Jo decides it’s time to turn the tables—and she’s about to get creative.
The “Tattoo Trap” Is Set
Jo’s been planning a dragon tattoo for ages—a meaningful design honoring her mom, with personal touches. Enter Peggy, who, upon hearing about the tattoo, starts probing for details. Sensing her “pick-me” rival’s intentions, Jo spins an elaborate yarn: she claims her dream tattoo is a Spirited Away-inspired dragon, specifically Haku, wrapping around her arm.
Peggy’s never even seen the movie, but Jo encourages her to check it out. Here’s the kicker: Peggy follows through. She walks into a tattoo shop, describes the exact design Jo fabricated, and walks out with a massive Haku dragon tattoo—one she believes will devastate her rival.
Petty Level: Permanent
When Peggy reveals her new ink, expecting Jo to be heartbroken, Jo plays it cool. Inside? She’s torn between guilt and absolute disbelief that her plan actually worked. The real twist arrives two years later, when Jo confides in a friend—who just so happened to have accompanied Peggy to the tattoo appointment. Confirmed: Peggy’s motivation was pure, unfiltered pettiness.
The pièce de résistance? Peggy gleefully declared, “She’s going to be so upset. This is like the exact tattoo she wanted.” Oh, the irony.
Why This Petty Revenge Is So Satisfying
Let’s break down why this story resonates so much:
1. The “Pick-Me” Friend Archetype:
Peggy is a textbook example: desperate for male attention, willing to undermine other women, and convinced that snagging the spotlight is a zero-sum game. We all know a Peggy—or, if we’re lucky, we’ve avoided her entirely.
2. The Art of Out-Pettying the Petty:
Instead of stooping to Peggy’s level with drama or confrontation, Jo upped the ante with subtlety and creativity. There’s something deliciously satisfying about a plan that requires no yelling, just a well-placed half-truth.
3. Permanent Consequences:
Most petty revenges fade with time—a snarky comeback, an “accidentally” spilled drink. But a huge dragon tattoo? That’s a lifetime of commitment to a competition Peggy didn’t even realize she lost.
4. Pop Culture Perfection:
Bonus points for using a beloved Studio Ghibli classic as the bait. Fans everywhere are picturing Haku’s majestic form… and maybe, just maybe, considering what other iconic characters could inspire harmless hijinks.
Is It Mean or Genius? Let’s Discuss.
Is tricking someone into getting a tattoo a step too far—or is it the ultimate harmless payback for months of pettiness? The beauty of this story is that it’s all in the eye of the beholder. Peggy’s actions backfired spectacularly, but hey, at least she’s got a cool dragon tattoo—maybe she’s even watched Spirited Away by now!
What’s Your Pettiest Revenge?
Have you ever masterminded a plan to out-petty a “pick-me” in your life? Would you ever go as far as this? Tell us your best stories or sound off in the comments—let’s see whose revenge was the most creative (or the most permanent).
Remember: Karma’s real, but sometimes, a little nudge helps it along.
Original Reddit Post: I lied to my pick-me “friend” and she got a tattoo based off of it