Model paint guide

How to paint Imotekh the Stormlord

Imotekh is necrodermis metal with a dynasty glow and a staff that wants lightning. Match your Necron Combat Patrol metal first. Unofficial fan recipe.

Difficulty 3 / 5 · ~8 hrs · Updated 2026-07-10

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Necrons: Imotekh the Stormlord box art
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Necrons: Imotekh the StormlordTrack price
Primer

Start here

Leadbelcher spray

Step

Metal body

Wash Leadbelcher with Nuln Oil and Agrax Earthshade. Drybrush Ironbreaker, edge Stormhost Silver. Keep the same metal as your Warriors.

Step

Dynasty glow and staff

Glyphs and eyes: white undercoat, Talassar Blue or Warp Lightning, White Scar pinpoint. Staff lightning: same glow recipe along the tines.

Step

Cloak and base

Cloak: Abaddon Black with Eshin Grey edges, or a dynasty colour Contrast. Base: Astrogranite drybrushed Administratum Grey.

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Paints for Imotekh the Stormlord

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Video

YouTube tutorials

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Further reading

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Common questions

How long does it take to paint Imotekh the Stormlord?

About 8 hours for a tabletop-to-display finish at difficulty 3 / 5.

What primer should I use for Imotekh the Stormlord?

Leadbelcher spray

Where do I buy Imotekh the Stormlord?

Open the Necrons: Imotekh the Stormlord price page for the live sealed floor, then set a watch under the middle of that band.

Are these official Games Workshop instructions?

No. Unofficial fan recipes that name Citadel paints and kits as products. Not affiliated with Games Workshop.