Citadel Contrast: Akhelian Green (18ml) – 2019
A rich oceanic teal Contrast paint that gives you basecoat + shading + highlights in one pass—amazing for Idoneth-style schemes, magical weapons, scales, and sleek armour panels with instant depth.
 
What it does
One-coat Contrast effect: darker in recesses, lighter on raised areas for fast definition.
Water-based acrylic formula, easy cleanup and easy to thin for glazing/tinting.
Great for “watery” greens and teals—reads as deep sea / arcane jade on the tabletop.
 
How to use
Prime with a light undercoat (Contrast-style priming).
Apply a generous coat and guide pooling away from flat panels before it dries.
Let it dry fully, then add a small edge highlight (pale teal/green or off-white) if you want a sharper finish.
 
Best for
Scales, sea-creature skin, cloaks, cloth and tabards
Teal armour panels, lenses, power blades, spell effects
Speedpainting armies where you want a bold teal tone fast
 
Key details
Range: Citadel Contrast Paints
Pot size: 18ml
 
ChalkyDot Tip: For instant “wet teal” depth, paint Akhelian Green over a bright undercoat, then add a tiny spot highlight of off-white on the sharpest edges—your eye reads it as shine and moisture immediately.