Paint scheme
Emperor's Children (Contrast)
Emperor's Children · contrast · difficulty 3/5 · ~10 hrs for a Combat Patrol
Updated 2026-07-10
Unofficial fan guide. Citadel paint and kit names identify products for sale. Not affiliated with Games Workshop.
- Method
- contrast
- Difficulty
- 3 / 5
- CP time
- ~10 hrs
- Primer
- Grey Seer
- 01PrimeGrey Seer
- 02Pink / purple armourVolupus Pink · Shyish Purple
- 03TrimRetributor Armour
- 04Black detailsBlack Templar
- 05WeaponsLeadbelcher · Nuln Oil
- 06BaseAstrogranite
- +Pick one pink and one purple. Do not mix six pastels.
- +Noise weapons: metal + one Contrast glow.
Used on
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Common questions
What paints do I need for Emperor's Children (Contrast)?
Primer: Grey Seer. Steps use Grey Seer, Volupus Pink, Shyish Purple, Retributor Armour, Black Templar, Leadbelcher, Nuln Oil, Astrogranite.
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.