PLAYMARKERS SET - VISCERA (3 ref.)

The PLAYMARKERS SET - VISCERA (AKM109) is a set of three water-based acrylic paint markers designed specifically to recreate blood, viscera, scabs, pustules and wound effects with precision and speed. The combination of RED (AKM018), PINK (AKM024) and PURPLE (AKM029) covers the full chromatic range you need for this type of effect, and you can mix them with each other or with other Playmarkers to expand the possibilities even further. Available at Feroca, official AK Interactive distributor in Spain.

Technical specifications

What it's used for

This set is aimed at all hobbyists who work with organic and gore effects on their pieces. The chosen colour range covers everything from fresh blood to the darkest shades of damaged tissue, scabs and bruises. It is equally useful on a wargame miniature, a diorama figure or a cosplay prop.

• Fresh blood, dried blood and wound effects on wargame miniatures (undead, demons, chaos champions, necromancers, etc.)
• Viscera, entrails and exposed tissue on monsters, creatures and dark fantasy figures
• Scabs, pustules and disease marks on Nurgle miniatures or other pestilent factions
• Blood and gore effects on historical or fantasy dioramas
• Makeup and cosplay props for zombies, vampires, mutants and horror characters
• SFX special effects on prosthetics, masks and latex or resin pieces
• Painting organic details on scale resin or plastic figures

How to use it

1. Priming: Apply a white primer to the surface before using the Playmarkers to achieve maximum colour accuracy and coverage. You can use the AK Interactive primer sprays available at Feroca.
2. Activating the marker: Before first use, shake the marker well and press the tip against a test surface several times until the paint flows evenly.
3. Application: Apply the colour directly onto the miniature or piece using the felt tip. The paint behaves like any modelling acrylic: you can work in layers, blend wet edges or create gradients by combining the three shades in the set.
4. Layers and mixing: Once the first layer is dry, you can apply more paint to intensify the tone or mix wet on wet for smooth transitions between RED, PINK and PURPLE.
5. Further weathering: The paint is handling-resistant and compatible with effects products and acrylic washes. You can apply additional effects without risk of lifting previous layers.
6. Final varnish: If you want to alter the natural satin finish of these colours, you can apply any AK Interactive matte, satin or gloss varnish without affecting the paint.
7. Cleaning: Clean the tip with a damp cloth after each session. Being water-based, clean-up is straightforward with water as long as the paint has not fully dried.

Tips and tricks

Build the effect in layers

To achieve a convincing blood or viscera effect, start with PURPLE in the deepest and darkest areas (inside wounds, shadows), add RED as the main tone and finish with PINK on the lighter edges or on surfaces where light hits directly. This working order gives depth and realism to the piece without needing to mix paints on a palette.

Make the most of the satin finish

The natural satin finish of these pigments works in your favour for blood and wet tissue effects, as it provides a visceral and organic appearance without the need for an additional varnish. If you prefer dried blood or crusty tissue, apply a matte varnish on top once the paint is dry.

Combine with other Playmarkers and acrylics

The three colours in this set are fully compatible with the rest of the AK Interactive Playmarkers range and with the Standard line acrylic paints. You can use a brown or black tone to darken areas of coagulated blood, or add white to simulate the sheen of dermis in fresh wounds. The tip lets you renew the marker when it wears out without having to buy a new one.

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