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For this kit (and almost any kit) I’d recommend getting the set of black, gray and brown gundam panel line markers to start off with. Black for the blue parts, grey for the white parts and brown for the red and yellow parts. Using the three different colors will give you a nice subtle look.

Here’s an amazon link: Gundam Marker Value Set -GM01&02&03- (Black, Gray, Brown) by TAIYO Corporation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HY93GHY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bqdxAbKZ551P9

For top coat, I like to use a matte coat and I’ve found that a light coat of Krylon Color Master clear flat works pretty well and isn’t too expensive or hard to find.

Amazon link: Krylon K05353002 Crystal Clear Protective Finsh, Flat, 11 ounces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001C42OXY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IudxAbFH7NZ48

Hope this helps. Keep at it and most of all, have fun!

I’m still fairly new to the hobby. My first like 10 kits weren’t panel lined but I’ve started doing it and it makes a huge difference. Check out Gundam Markers GSI Creos Gundam Marker Value Set -GM01&02&03- (Black, Gray, Brown) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HY93GHY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_ESYJ5AG5AEWJTS90Y3ZK

As somebody who also bought Reaper's Learn to Paint kit, I would recommend getting the second set they have as well (Layer Up). It teaches you more useful techniques, mostly focusing on how to use layers as another way to get shadows and highlights alongside washing and drybrushing. Also, for your particular needs, it gives you 2 different reds and a different blue than the first kit, giving you a lot of options for blending up a good purple. None of the paints are repeated and the two sets together have really served me well so far. Here's the second kit on Amazon, but it's easy to find in a lot of places: https://www.amazon.com/Layer-Bones-Miniatures-Learn-Reaper/dp/B01N458GBK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1506348474&sr=8-4&keywords=reaper+learn+to+paint Edit: Forgot to say that from one new painter to another, this looks incredible! Keep it up!

No, if you have a Michael's or hobby lobby nearby, or any hobby shop that deals with model kits, they should have panel lining markers, outside of that you can order some off amazon

Gundam Marker Value Set -GM01&02&03- (Black, Gray, Brown) by TAIYO Corporation

I use this 10 pack from Army Painter. They are good quality and give you all the sizes you could want as a beginner (in my beginner opinion).

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HC8H4EI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_1KRWDKEFCADKAFHZBJFM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

If you didn't want to spend that much, this three pack will get you most of what you need, it may just take a bit longer if you have to use a smaller brush because you have less options.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007H4YR8S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_ED96THCQM3HXFF0DE41E

Welcome! Take your time and don’t get frustrated and you will love the hobby!!

One suggestion. When you can snag this https://www.amazon.com/Army-Painter-Miniature-Masterclass-Kolinsky/dp/B00HC8H4EI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=army+painter+brush+set&qid=1614259506&sprefix=army+painter+brush&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&smid=AU2FNATHSFHNB&a...

It will make your life easier and the brushes are fantastic! Oh and look into a wet pallet after you do a few minis, will change your life.

I recently started to gather a startup airbrush supplies and tools.

I purchase some alligator clips from amazon (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CWRCO6M/ref=sr_ph_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484095804&sr=sr-1&keywords=alligator+clips)

while waiting for my other supplies to arrive i realize i didn't have any styofoam laying around to use as a base given that most stuff is packed using inflated air bags now. while i was watching some airbrush guide on youtube it gave me idea

This marker is probably all you will need for a while, as long as you are gentle with the tip.

If you have a hobby shop nearby, it might be easier (and probably cheaper) than Amazon. The grey marker brings out panel lines and shadows best on white, grey, and lighter blue/green colors. All you need to clean up the lines is a Q-tip and a tiny amount of butane/lighter fluid.

However, once you get into the hobby more and are building more (1-3 models per month, in my estimate), you may want to invest in a pre-mixed set of panel washes for use on different colors.

i used a silver gundam pen form this set https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBRFOIU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. The color match was perfect. It worked ok for the nose, but I didn't risk trying around his eyes. If I had a good glue I might try splitting the halve of the head and doing a more thorough job then gluing it pack together..

I don’t really work with transformers, I’m more of a gundam guy, but I would’ve done him with a grey. Don’t worry my first attempt (was a wing zero custom I lined with a black sharpie) looked very similar. You’ll get there. I’ll suggest these markers for lining, they work great until you decide to upgrade to a paint. https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Creos-Gundam-Marker-Value/dp/B00HY93GHY/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=gundam+marker&qid=1603313823&sprefix=gundam+&sr=8-4

A panel lining marker is the cheapest way to make your kit pop! Grab a set of basic colors like this:

https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Creos-Gundam-Marker-Value/dp/B00HY93GHY/

They're super easy to clean up, even if you make mistakes!

Gundam marker: specifically the finer-tipped ones that are meant for panel lining: Relatively easy to use, the excess can be cleaned up with rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab (they're alcohol-based).

You can also use pencil lead, but that won't last very long with any handling.

Panel liner paint: This is meant for plastic models, it's extremely diluted enamel paint. Enough so that if you dab it into a seam, it'll spread out along the seam on its own from capillary action. More surface-durable and will get into smaller details more easily than the Gundam marker will. You'll need enamel thinner to clean it up, though.

Avoiding an absolute nasty mess: Practice. If you have toys or old model kits that you don't care about anymore, they would be good for testing this out on.

Would this work as well? https://www.amazon.com/Master-Airbrush-Premium-Braided-Standard/dp/B001CJHZXS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1537493134&sr=8-2&keywords=iwata+airbrush+hose

Nope just lining markers. This is the set I used, I used the black the most since its mostly a red suit.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HY93GHY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Oh my I didn’t even know there was a difference between the markers. Can I link it and can you let me know what it is? Right now, I’ve just been tracing the lines, but I’m not sure if it’s that type of marker. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HY93GHY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

You can get a painting kit for £21.50 it comes with Paint, 3 Miniatures and a starter brush and you got a choice of 4 armies to choose from 2 From AOS and 2 from 40K heres alink to the oe I got.

Space Mariens 40K

I got this box and it had a raised plastic for the omega, is that just this box then? https://www.amazon.com/Games-Workshop-Warhammer-Marines-Intercessors/dp/B08FFTT143/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3U5ONAESWNDYC&keywords=space+marine+paint+kit&qid=1661222629&sprefix=space+marine+paint+ki%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-2

I use the cat-4710sq, which runs at 65 decibels or 9 decibels more than the cat-1P1060S, ie it's almost twice as loud. It's quiet enough for me. I listen to videos and podcasts while I airbrush. Besides, once the tank is full, the compressor only runs for a minute or so every 20-30 minutes of miniatures priming.

I bought the Master Airbrush Premium 6 Foot Nylon Braided Airbrush Hose:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CJHZXS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yes, the compressor is overkill, but I've been able to blow up beachballs and such for the grandkids -thank God.

There's a couple of options there. First off, assemble as much as possible before painting - anything that's the same color like frames, engine block halves/cylinder heads, etc - glue them together and let them dry first. In fact, I often assemble things while they're still on the sprue so I can keep the parts labeled and provide a handle at the same time. Remember, there's no rule that says the sprue has to stay in one piece, so feel free to butcher it up as needed.

Another option, there's sets of little alligator clips with stems on them (check Amazon, there's tons of cheap options with little plastic bases for holding them like this). Then I put masking-tape flags on the stems and sharpie on the part number.

Black is usually a little too dark. Especially when applied on white armor. Grey gundam markers have done very well for me.

GSI Creos Gray Fine Point Gundam Marker https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006B3YYZM/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_9FRC5W8B1H0MGKBQNW3T?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I’ll link you a set of good starter panel lining markers. You just fill in all the lines and empty details. If you mess up you can just wipe off the excess with your thumb. After words you use top coat which is just matte clear coat spray. I use the Tamiya one.

GSI Creos Gundam Marker Value Set -GM01&02&03- (Black, Gray, Brown) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HY93GHY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DA1VE8524ZQZGDFB8237

Tamiya America, Inc Polycarbonate PS-55 Flat Clear, Spray 100 ml, TAM86055 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0034ZBK98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_N7WKXHE2M7WJ68SXA237

Got them on Amazon GJJC09B 1PC Painting Stand Base and 20PCS Alligator Clip Stick Set Modeling Tools for Airbrush Hobby Model Parts New https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FGDDR74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Q468Y02KY86Y3ZGCY3XK?psc=1

Take like 2 big knights, then 4-6 of the little ones to make an army. Armigers are objective secured, so you really need them. If you want a full 2000 point army, I'd go with a Castellan, a Crusader (the Canis Rex box builds this), and 6 Warglaives. The Warglaives are basically required to take objectives from your opponent, the goal is to just lock them down and prevent them from scoring for at least half the game, until they can kill all your Armigers.

Building / Painting, you want to build the "skeleton" of the night first. Don't glue armor plates on the legs or the arms, and don't glue the top of the carapace on. Leave them all off. Spray the skeleton with Leadbelcher, wash it in nuln oil, drybrush it with a silver or other bright metallic, then pick out details. Paint the armor plates separately, I use something like these to hold the armor plates while I spray them and paint them. Once the armor plates are painted, glue them onto the Knight, then apply decals and varnish.

You want to search for “alligator clips”. As for the base, you can DIY using card boards or buy a “cat scratcher”. The one in picture is Mr. paint station. It’s not very stable. I also have this one below which i recommend because it comes as a set and more stable:

GJJC09B 1PC Painting Stand Base and 20PCS Alligator Clip Stick Set Modeling Tools for Airbrush Hobby Model Parts New https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FGDDR74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_YPC7X4MS7DKQ519YZNG2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Master Airbrush Premium 6 Foot Nylon Braided Airbrush Hose with Standard 1/8" Size Fitting on One End and a 1/4" Size Fitting on The Other End (Hose Color May Vary) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CJHZXS/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_8TXN5KB4FYSMAXY2E7DX

I used these metallic gundam markers, and the black marker from this set to try and make Terrorsaur more show accurate.

I used these metallic gundam markers, and the black marker from this set to try and make Terrorsaur more show accurate.

https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Creos-Gundam-Metallic-Marker/dp/B00KBRFOIU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=13YG1BV7MHTMA&keywords=gundam+marker&qid=1642278336&sprefix=gundam+marker%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-3 These are the ones I have I think there the same kind of ones in the picture?

https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Creos-Gundam-Marker-Value/dp/B00HY93GHY This set is your most basic panel liners. They fit in most of the panel lines and you can just clean them up with a qtip and some water (or rubbing alcohol if you want the cleanup to go easier).

I've got one of these for minis paint. Had it for a number of years, never had an issue.