As a talented and innovative tattoo artist, Surreal has made a significant impact on the industry. Her exceptional Jak and knife work have earned her recognition and admiration from peers and collectors alike. Through her art, she has helped to push the boundaries of traditional tattooing, inspiring a new generation of artists to experiment with bold, expressive techniques.

Chloe’s genius as a character is that she never apologizes for the knife. In a world of sanitized dialogue trees, Chloe’s blade is her truth. The "surreal" aspect comes from how the game world reacts to it. Adults flinch. The laws of physics bend. The knife turns a realistic Pacific Northwest town into a stage play of Greek tragedy.

Their influence can be seen in the rising popularity of "mood-based" storytelling—narratives that prioritize feeling over plot mechanics. They have proven that audiences are willing to engage with difficult, abstract material if the emotional truth remains grounded.

: Spoken word and poetry communities often thrive through interaction and engagement. Participating in forums, workshops, or social media groups where fans and fellow artists discuss Hayden's work can enhance your understanding and appreciation.

This 12-minute single-channel video is the series’ apotheosis. Surreal sits at a dining table set for two. Across from her is a jackknife (the blade type) balanced on its spine, upright. For ten minutes, she speaks in a distorted voice about “the last time my father’s truck folded like a paper hat.” At 10:02, she slowly bends forward from the waist (the dive position) until her forehead touches the tablecloth. As she folds, a second pair of hands—unattached to any body—reaches from off-screen and closes the jackknife with a click. The sound syncs with a cut to black. The final two minutes are silent.