Taking time off between jobs is very common and future employers won't think anything of it. The only question is whether you can afford the opportunity cost of not bringing in a salary.
Thank you for your reply, I could go 4-5 months without burning out too much of my savings and still be left with at least a 6 month run way. I'm beginning to think that taking time off and sharpening my skill set to things that peak my interest could have more value long term. It is an interesting proposition of weighing current opportunity cost vs potential down the road.