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Hi all

I was looking at the Raven Guard on the FW site, and would like a second opinion on the technique used.
Here is a pic of one as an example:





To me the black does not in fact look as though it has been highlighted per so, but in fact has just been weathered and let THAT provide the depth and definition. I really like the effect and was wondering what people thought, or had any ideas on how to achieve this if it's not weathering powder alone.

Thanks!

It's painted, but there's a real subtle highlight that you're not going to really notice.

Look at the foot on the top model you've linked. The way it's done is they used Charadon Granite in a 50/50 mix with Chaos Black, and then gradually added more and more Chaos Black before they went on with it.

I would love to get my hands on those things.