Tattooing was performed only by female tattooists. Giger's art has greatly influenced tattooists and fetishists worldwide. In December 2015, new vocations were advanced including occupations for tattooists. The tattooists, or "kol'shchiki" (prickers), were held in high regard. This also marked the first series to have four tattooists present. It was confirmed that all the tattooists would be returning. However, many of the most notable tattooists do not belong to any association. He went to sea and might have had contact with tattooists in the US. Most tattooists do not belong to any association. The purpose of this event was to give tattooists the opportunity to improve their level.