Paint: Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 - Rigor Mortis (shade/colour)

Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 - Rigor Mortis is a ready-to-use miniature paint formulated for fast basecoating and integrated shading in a single application. Supplied in a dropper-style bottle for controlled dispensing, this Speedpaint variant offers even coverage and rapid drying suited to tabletop miniatures, wargaming models and hobby projects where time-efficient layering and consistent results are important.

Advantages

This paint combines a pigmented basecoat with a built-in shade to reduce the need for multiple painting steps, enabling quicker progression from primed miniature to tabletop-ready model. The dropper bottle allows precise application and minimal waste, while the formulation is tuned for good flow, consistent opacity and fast drying to speed up batches of models. Its compatibility with common miniature painting workflows makes it a practical choice for hobbyists seeking improved efficiency without complex mixing.

Suitable for

• Basecoating infantry, creatures and armour on tabletop miniatures
• Speed-painting large model batches for wargaming armies
• Creating shaded tones on recesses and textured surfaces without separate washes
• Hobby projects where rapid, consistent coverage is required

Key specifications

• Format: ready-to-use acrylic paint in a dropper-style bottle
• Finish: integrated basecoat with shading properties (matte surface when dry)
• Drying: fast-drying formulation suitable for quick layering
• Application: designed for brush application; good flow for even coverage
• Coverage: formulated for consistent opacity on primed miniature surfaces

How to use

Shake the bottle well before use to ensure pigments and shading agents are evenly distributed. Apply directly from the dropper onto a palette or dab a small amount onto the brush and spread evenly over the primed miniature surface. Work in thin layers to control coverage and avoid obscuring fine details; the fast-drying nature allows subsequent layers or highlights to be added quickly. Clean brushes promptly with water after use.

Usage recommendations

For best results, apply Speedpaint 2.0 - Rigor Mortis over a suitable primer designed for acrylics and allow each thin layer to dry before adding highlights. Use a fine brush to preserve details and consider thinning slightly with water if you need smoother flow for very fine areas. Test on a spare model or part to confirm the desired shading effect before applying to multiple miniatures.