Paint scheme
Necron Dynasty (Contrast speed)
Necrons · contrast · difficulty 1/5 · ~6 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
- 1 / 5
- CP time
- ~6 hrs
- Primer
- Chaos Black
- 01PrimeChaos Black
Even coat. Necrons forgive thin spots on recesses.
- 02Metal armourLeadbelcher
Drybrush or thin base over black.
- 03Shade metalNuln Oil
All-over wash. Wipe raised plates if you want brighter metal.
- 04Energy / orbsWarp Lightning
Contrast into glowing rods and orbs.
- 05Highlight edgesStormhost Silver
Quick edge on weapons and shoulders.
- 06BaseAstrogranite · Black Templar
Texture then recess shade.
- +Batch Warriors 5 at a time. Same metal wash for the whole squad.
- +Skip freehand glyphs on day one. Tabletop reads fine without them.
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Common questions
What paints do I need for Necron Dynasty (Contrast speed)?
Primer: Chaos Black. Steps use Chaos Black, Leadbelcher, Nuln Oil, Warp Lightning, Stormhost Silver, Astrogranite, Black Templar.
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.