Mordheim Chaos Dwarf Warrior

Prime Chaos Black

Paint: Chaos Black (Spray).

Prime the miniature with Chaos Black spray. This provides a smooth base layer and helps other paints adhere better.

Tip: Spray in short, even bursts, holding the can about 12 inches away. Rotate the model to ensure all areas are evenly coated.

Base Coat Armor, Leather, Shield, and Shoulder Pads

Paints: Leadbelcher (Base), Mephiston Red (Base).

Paint the armor with Leadbelcher for a metallic finish. Then apply Mephiston Red to the leather, shield, and shoulder pads to establish a vibrant red base.

Tip: Use thin layers and allow them to dry fully to avoid obscuring details.

Step 3: Paint the Rims of the Shield and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Balthasar Gold (Base).

Carefully paint the rims of the shield and shoulder pads with Balthasar Gold to add a warm metallic touch.

Tip: Use a fine detail brush to avoid spilling onto the red surfaces.

Base Coat the Wood of the Axe

Paint: Dryad Bark (Base).

Paint the wooden haft of the axe with Dryad Bark. Apply two thin layers for a consistent finish.

Tip: Avoid getting paint on nearby metallic parts.

Shade All Parts

Paint: Agrax Earthshade (Shade).

Apply Agrax Earthshade generously over the entire model. This step darkens the recesses and enhances the details.

Tip: Use a clean, dry brush to remove any excess wash that pools on flat surfaces.

Highlight Leather and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Mephiston Red (Base).

Reapply Mephiston Red to the raised areas of the leather and shoulder pads. Use drybrushing for leather and edge highlighting for shoulder pads.

Tip: Build up the highlights gradually for a smoother transition.

Add a Second Highlight to Leather and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Evil Sunz Scarlet (Layer).

Apply Evil Sunz Scarlet as a second highlight, focusing on raised areas to enhance contrast.

Tip: Work in thin layers for better control and a smoother blend.

Add a Third Highlight to Leather and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Troll Slayer Orange (Layer).

Use Troll Slayer Orange to highlight the sharpest edges and highest details, adding brightness to the leather and shoulder pads.

Tip: Keep your brush lightly loaded to avoid overwhelming the previous layers.

Final Highlight on Leather and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Lugganath Orange (Layer).

Apply a final, subtle highlight with Lugganath Orange. Concentrate on the sharpest edges and raised textures.

Tip: Use a very fine brush for this detail work.

Glaze Leather and Shoulder Pads

Paint: Blood Angels Red (Contrast).

Glaze the leather and shoulder pads with Blood Angels Red to unify the highlights and add depth to the red tones.

Tip: Apply thin, even coats to avoid obscuring the highlights.

Edge Highlight Gold Parts (First Pass)

Paint: Balthasar Gold (Base).

Begin edge highlighting the gold parts with Balthasar Gold to refine their appearance.

Tip: Focus on edges where light naturally hits the surface.

Add a Brighter Gold Highlight

Paint: Auric Armour Gold (Layer).

Edge highlight the gold parts again with Auric Armour Gold to brighten them and enhance their metallic look.

Tip: Keep your brush strokes thin and precise.

Final Highlight for Gold

Paint: Runefang Steel (Layer).

Apply a final edge highlight with Runefang Steel to give the gold a polished, gleaming finish.

Tip: Use this sparingly for the most prominent edges.

Glaze Gold and Highlight Steel

Paints: Iyanden Yellow (Contrast), Runefang Steel (Layer).

Glaze the gold areas with Iyanden Yellow to add warmth. Highlight the steel parts of the armor with Runefang Steel.

Tip: Thin the glaze for better control and a smoother finish.

Highlight Black Leather

Paints: Mechanicus Standard Grey (Base), Dawnstone (Layer), Administratum Grey (Layer).

Highlight the black leather in three stages, starting with Mechanicus Standard Grey, then Dawnstone, and finishing with Administratum Grey for the sharpest details.

Tip: Keep highlights focused on edges and raised areas.

Drybrush Beard and Paint Beard Gold

Paints: Mechanicus Standard Grey (Base), Dawnstone (Layer), Administratum Grey (Layer), Balthasar Gold (Base).

Drybrush the beard with Mechanicus Standard Grey, Dawnstone, and Administratum Grey to bring out texture. Paint the gold accents in the beard with Balthasar Gold.

Tip: Use a soft drybrush for smooth blending.

Highlight Beard Gold

Paint: Auric Armour Gold (Layer).

Edge highlight the gold in the beard with Auric Armour Gold for added depth and brightness.

Tip: Use a steady hand for clean, precise highlights

Paint Freehand Shield Base Shapes

Paint: Abaddon Black (Base).

Start the freehand design by painting the eye holes, nose, and mouth shapes with Abaddon Black.

Tip: Use a fine detail brush for accuracy.

Add Freehand Contours and Wrinkles

Paints: Mephiston Red (Base), Evil Sunz Scarlet (Layer).

Paint the teeth the eyes and tongues with Mephiston Red and outline and define the contours and wrinkles of the freehand design using Evil Sunz Scarlet.

Tip: Work slowly and build the design with thin lines.

Add Freehand Highlights (First Pass)

Paint: Troll Slayer Orange (Layer).

Highlight the details of the freehand design with Troll Slayer Orange, emphasizing sharp edges.

Tip: Use a fine-tipped brush for better precision.

Refine Freehand Highlights

Paint: Fire Dragon Bright (Layer).

Add another layer of highlights with Fire Dragon Bright, working finer to create depth and contrast.

Tip: Thin your paint slightly for smoother application.

Final Highlight for Freehand

Paint: Lugganath Orange (Layer).

Add the final highlight to the freehand design with Lugganath Orange, focusing on the sharpest details.

Tip: Work carefully to achieve a smooth gradient effect.

Add Shadows to Freehand Design

Paint: Abaddon Black (Base).

Paint shadows between the contours of the freehand design with Abaddon Black to deepen the effect.

Tip: Use a controlled, wet brush for sharp, clean lines.

Glaze Freehand Design

Paint: Blood Angels Red (Contrast).

Glaze the freehand design with Blood Angels Red to bring all the colors together and add depth.

Tip: Apply the glaze thinly to maintain clarity in the details.

Create the Base Texture

Tool: Textured Roller.

Use a textured roller to create a cobblestone street pattern on the base, fitting the Mordheim aesthetic.

Tip: Press firmly and evenly for consistent texture.

Add Texture and Tufts

Paint: AK Corrosion Texture Paint.

Apply AK Corrosion Texture Paint to fill gaps and add extra texture to the base. Add tufts for a natural, organic feel.

Tip: Position tufts unevenly for a realistic look.

Shade and Highlight the Base

Paints: Eshin Grey (Base), Dawnstone (Layer), Administratum Grey (Layer), Agrax Earthshade (Shade).

Base coat the surface with Eshin Grey. Once dry, shade with Agrax Earthshade, then drybrush with Dawnstone and Administratum Grey to bring out the texture.

Tip: Drybrush lightly to avoid overpowering the details.

Dust the Base with Pigment

Material: Brown Pigment.

Dust the base with brown pigment to add a realistic, weathered look. Focus on recesses and edges.

Tip: Build up the pigment gradually for a subtle effect.

Close-Up of Freehand Design

In this step, you see a close-up photograph of the freehand design on the shield, taken with a good camera. The details of the intricate lines, gradients, and highlights are clearly visible, showcasing the work in all its glory.

Full View of the Miniature

Here, you see a picture of the full miniature, displaying the completed paintwork and basing. The composition highlights the Chaos Dwarf warrior in its entirety, presenting the final result in all its detail.