Paint scheme

Mars Skitarii (Contrast)

Adeptus Mechanicus · hybrid · difficulty 3/5 · ~11 hrs for a Combat Patrol

Updated 2026-07-10

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Method: hybrid
Difficulty: 3 / 5
CP time: ~11 hrs
Primer: Leadbelcher (spray) or Chaos Black

01
Prime
Leadbelcher
02
Shade metal
Nuln Oil
03
Robes
Blood Angels Red
04
Black plates
Black Templar
05
Glow / lenses
Warp Lightning
06
Base
Astrogranite · Martian Ironcrust

+Metal spray primer is the AdMech cheat code.
+Robes first on Skitarii, then clean metal edges.

Used on

Boxes for this recipe

Combat Patrol: Adeptus Mechanicusfrom $3.33

Box paint page

Common questions

What paints do I need for Mars Skitarii (Contrast)?

Primer: Leadbelcher (spray) or Chaos Black. Steps use Leadbelcher, Nuln Oil, Blood Angels Red, Black Templar, Warp Lightning, Astrogranite, Martian Ironcrust.

Is this an official Games Workshop scheme?

No. Unofficial fan recipe. Citadel paint and kit names identify products for sale. Not affiliated with Games Workshop.