Ungor Flesh Citadel (Games Workshop) layer paint card (#D1A560)

Ungor Flesh is a layer from Citadel (Games Workshop), commonly used for armour plates, cloth, and trim work.

Quick Equivalents

• Closest equivalent: Dunkelgelb WWII (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.5
• Vallejo equivalent: German Camouflage Beige (70.821) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.2
• Army Painter equivalent: Meteor Rock (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.6

How to Use Ungor Flesh

This paint is typically used for:

• Layering
• Highlighting

Apply it over a suitable primer and build layers gradually. Coverage sits around medium, so two thin coats usually give a more stable finish than one heavy pass, especially over a dark primer.

Paint Behavior and Tips

Consider the following when working with this paint:

• Coverage: medium — affects how many coats are needed over primer
• Dilution: moderate thinning — keeping the right ratio maintains flow and prevents brushmarks
• Interaction with washes and highlights: always run a highlight pass to verify the tone does not shift after drying

A good equivalent should remain stable after shading and highlighting. Test this alternative on the same primer and in the same recipe before switching a whole unit.

Miniature Painting Tips

For best results with Ungor Flesh on Warhammer and other miniature projects:

• Use the same primer across the project to keep tonal consistency
• Test on a spare part before applying to a full unit
• Compare after shading and highlights, not just the base coat

Even small differences can become visible on a finished miniature. This match may behave differently on textured surfaces like cloth, fur, and metal trim once the full recipe is applied.

Conclusion

Choosing the right Ungor Flesh equivalent or substitute keeps your scheme consistent from the test model to the full army. Use this comparison to weigh the closest Vallejo, Army Painter, and other cross-brand options before repainting a whole squad.

A useful paint guide should connect colour accuracy, handling, and recipe context in one place.