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The Painting Quest: Ringwraiths

November 2021·p. 138

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Black robes receive restrained drybrushing and warm shading so that their folds remain visible without looking grey. Metallic details use dark bronze and controlled steel highlights, giving the Ringwraiths enough definition for play while preserving their threatening, almost featureless appearance.

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Chaos BlackDawnstoneDryad BarkEshin GreyIron Hands SteelSteel Legion DrabWarplock Bronze

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