Word Bearers Red is a deep, dark crimson — the brooding, almost sinister red of the XVII Legion and a superb base for any rich red scheme. It's a dependable shadow tone under brighter reds and a characterful midtone in its own right, giving armour and cloth a dark, dangerous depth.
At a glance
- Type: Citadel Layer paint
- Finish: smooth matt
- Formula: water-based acrylic
- Pot size: 12ml
- Colour: deep dark red
Best for
- Word Bearers and dark red armour
- A rich shadow under brighter reds
- Crimson cloth and banners
Built under a brighter scarlet it gives reds real, layered depth — the difference between flat and genuinely menacing.
Supplied as a single 12ml pot. Pairs well with the rest of the Citadel layer range and a red shade for depth.