Color Information
HEX
#98615B
RGB
152, 97, 91
LAB
47.0, 21.6, 12.7
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Demonic Skin by Vallejo (ΔE 2.3)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: both products not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; effect: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized. ΔE 2.3 gives a small catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
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Brown Rose by Vallejo (ΔE 1.7)
purpose: contrast vs paint. ΔE 1.7 gives a very small catalog color gap. Color-only comparison, not a functional substitute.
Darkoath Flesh catalog data
More from CitadelDarkoath Flesh by Citadel is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Contrast in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #98615B, RGB 152/97/91, and CIELAB 47.0/21.6/12.7. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 20 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.
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Technical Color Analysis
Darkoath Flesh is a warm red with medium value (L*: 47.0). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 25.1), making it versatile for base coats and general coverage.
Medium
warm
Moderate
Balanced midtone suitable for base coats and general coverage across various subjects.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Off-white
Contrast paints require bright primers for their unique pooling effect to work properly
Zenithal (Black base + White highlights)
Creates natural pre-shading that contrast paints will enhance
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Versatile midtone that can serve as base coat or adjusted layer
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers