Color Information
HEX
#A4966F
RGB
164, 150, 111
LAB
62.4, -0.9, 22.5
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Skeleton Horde catalog data
More from CitadelSkeleton Horde by Citadel is cataloged as contrast, transparent, Contrast in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #A4966F, RGB 164/150/111, and CIELAB 62.4/-0.9/22.5. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Skeleton Horde is a warm orange with medium-light value (L*: 62.4). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 22.5), making it excellent for highlights and focal points.
Medium-Light
warm
Moderate
Lighter midtone excellent for first highlights or as a lighter base coat option.
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
Medium-light value works as an intermediate layer between base and highlight
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a layer in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
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