Citadel Contrast: Basilicanum Grey (18ml) – 2019
A versatile mid-to-dark grey Contrast that gives you basecoat + shading + highlights in one pass—perfect for fast grey armour, cloth, stone, weapons, and neutral “grimdark” tones without losing detail.
 
What it does
One-coat Contrast effect: darker in recesses, lighter on raised areas for instant depth.
Water-based acrylic formula in an 18ml pot.
Great for stone/rubble, grey cloth, straps, and “quick tabletop” greys that still read cleanly.
 
How to use
Prime with a light undercoat (Contrast-style) for best results.
Apply a generous, even coat and pull excess away from flat panels before it dries.
Let it dry fully; add a quick edge highlight (light grey/off-white) if you want a sharper finish.
 
Best for
Grey armour panels, fatigues, cloaks, leather straps
Terrain: stone, concrete, ruins, rubble basing
Quick neutral shading before picking out details in brighter colours
 
Key details
Range: Citadel Contrast Paints
Pot size: 18ml
 
ChalkyDot Tip: For smoother greys on flat plates, do two controlled passes—a slightly thinner overall coat, then a second very thin coat only into recess lines. You keep the highlights cleaner while boosting definition.