Experience unmatched brilliance and coverage with Citadel Base Retributor Armour, the premier gold metallic base paint trusted by Warhammer hobbyists worldwide. Formulated with a high concentration of pigments and finely-milled metallic flakes, this water-based acrylic delivers a smooth, vibrant, and warm gold color ideal for all fantasy and sci-fi miniatures. Whether painting ornate armor, regal weapons, or decorative details, Retributor Armour ensures stunning results straight from the pot.

Specially crafted to excel as an initial base layer, Retributor Armour adheres evenly to black, white, or colored primers, making model preparation hassle-free. The paint’s thick consistency and superb coverage allow even beginners to achieve a solid metallic finish in one or two coats—dramatically reducing painting time and eliminating streakiness. Professional painters rely on its unique tone, reminiscent of historic gold and Roman armor, for bringing Adeptus Custodes, Stormcast Eternals, and countless other models to life.

Integrate this premium metallic into your workflow for speed-painting armies, creating showpiece miniatures, or adding highlights to existing projects. Its gold hue pairs perfectly with shading washes like Seraphim Sepia and Agrax Earthshade, which enhance depth and add rich shadow effects to details. This pot contains 12ml of paint for hundreds of applications, maximizing value and reliability.

Join the global community of painters relying on Citadel quality—Retributor Armour Base is frequently recommended as the best gold metallic base available due to its exceptional shine, durability, and real-world historical inspiration.