GW 21-35 Citadel - Retributor Armour 12 ml acrylic paint

Citadel Base Paint – Retributor Armour 12ml

Citadel Base Retributor Armour is a premium metallic gold acrylic paint, formulated to deliver outstanding coverage and a brilliant, lustrous finish. It’s the go-to colour for painting Imperial armour, decorative trim, and regal iconography on miniatures from factions such as the Adeptus Custodes and Space Marines. Its smooth, high-pigment formula provides solid coverage in a single coat, making it perfect for gold tones in any Warhammer project.

Product details:

• Colour: Retributor Armour
• Range: Citadel Base
• Volume: 12ml
• Type: metallic acrylic paint
• Designed for: Citadel and other miniatures

About Citadel Colour paints:

Citadel Colour paints by Games Workshop have been the trusted choice of miniature painters since 1984. Renowned for their coverage, consistency, and ease of use, Citadel paints are designed to help hobbyists achieve professional-quality results. Each batch undergoes strict testing to ensure colour reliability and performance across the full range.

Citadel Colour ranges explained:

• Base – high-pigment paints for strong, opaque foundation coats.
• Layer – thinner paints for smooth highlights and tonal transitions.
• Shade – washes that flow into recesses, adding depth and shadow.
• Dry – thicker paints ideal for drybrushing raised surfaces.
• Contrast – versatile paints that base, shade, and layer in one coat.
• Technical – special effect paints for rust, blood, dust, corrosion, or glowing effects.

Usage tips:

Shake well before use. Apply thin layers over a black or grey primer for the best metallic finish. Once dry, shade with Reikland Fleshshade or Agrax Earthshade, and highlight with Liberator Gold or Auric Armour Gold to create a realistic golden shine. Retributor Armour is ideal for fine details, armour trim, and ornate elements on any miniature. Non-toxic and safe for plastic, metal, and resin models.

About the manufacturer:

Games Workshop, the British creator of Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar, produces the Citadel Colour range – the benchmark for miniature painting paints worldwide. Their Base paints provide vibrant colours and reliable coverage for painters of all skill levels.