I have one on my back and I didnt find it painful at all. The first 2 minutes were the only bad part..getting used to the feeling. After that it was a breeze. However, mine isnt as big as your talking about.
I am getting a large tattoo on my outter thigh so I am a little worried about pain also. But I know I can survive.
I dont think you should get a large tattoo if you arnt sure you can handle it, or if you have too many doubts.
Make sure its something you can live with for the rest of your life.
And unless you get it done from some guy in the back alley, I wouldnt worry about dying from it.
