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Cadian Shock Troops (Layer)

Astra Militarum · layer · difficulty 3/5 · ~12 hrs for a Combat Patrol

Updated 2026-07-10

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Primer: Chaos Black

Method: layer
Difficulty: 3 / 5
CP time: ~12 hrs
Primer: Chaos Black

01
Prime
Chaos Black
02
Fatigues
Castellan Green Deathworld Forest
03
Armour
Administratum Grey
04
Flesh
Cadian Fleshtone Reikland Fleshshade
05
Lasguns
Abaddon Black Leadbelcher

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Combat Patrol: Astra Militarumfrom US$112.54

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Common questions

What paints do I need for Cadian Shock Troops (Layer)?

Primer: Chaos Black. Steps use Chaos Black, Castellan Green, Deathworld Forest, Administratum Grey, Cadian Fleshtone, Reikland Fleshshade, Abaddon Black, Leadbelcher.

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.

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