Vallejo Game Color Scarlet Red is a bold red acrylic paint for fantasy and wargame miniatures, ideal for rich armour panels, dramatic cloth, heroic details, and strong, vibrant highlights. It belongs to Vallejo’s Game Color range for fantasy and wargame figures, and the current formula is described by Vallejo as more fluid, more opaque, highly pigmented, matte, self-leveling, and resistant to handling.
 
What it does
Delivers a vivid scarlet red with strong visual impact
Applies smoothly and spreads easily across the surface
Offers high opacity and rich pigment saturation for clean, vibrant coverage
Dries matte and helps reduce visible brush strokes thanks to its self-leveling formula
Holds up well on gaming miniatures that are handled regularly
 
How to use
Shake the bottle well before use.
Apply with a brush over a primed surface.
Build the colour in thin coats for a smoother and more even finish.
Use it on armour, cloth, weapons, shields, creature details, or anywhere you want a strong and confident red tone.
It can also be used with an airbrush when properly diluted with Airbrush Thinner.
 
Best for
Fantasy and wargame miniatures
Bold red armour, cloth, heraldry, and character details
Strong highlights and vivid focal points
Painters who want a classic scarlet red that feels bright, clean, and easy to layer
 
ChalkyDot Tip
Scarlet Red is a fantastic choice when you want a miniature to feel energetic and powerful — especially on heroes, banners, armour trim, and any detail that should instantly catch the eye.