Amethyst Purple Shade (77148) is a non-metallic satin wash in a 18ml bottle, specially formulated for use with Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal range. This tone is designed to add depth and shadow to purple metallics without diminishing their natural reflective finish.

The full Amethyst Purple color family includes:

• 77108 Amethyst Purple (Light) – Metallic highlight tone
• 77128 Amethyst Purple (Base) – Core metallic base
• 77148 Amethyst Purple (Shade) – This satin shadow wash
• 77168 Amethyst Purple (Airbrush) – Airbrush-ready version of the Base

Amethyst Purple Shade is best used in recessed details such as folds, grooves, panel lines or sculpted textures where natural shadow occurs. The satin finish and lack of metallic particles allow the wash to deepen the base tone without muting its shine.

This wash is ideal for:

• Arcane armor and mystical relics
• Enchanted weapons or machinery
• Fantasy and sci-fi elements with purple metal details

Features:

• Non-metallic satin wash with a purple tone
• Part of the BSL system (Base, Shade, Light)
• Water-based acrylic, low odor and easy to control
• Perfect for creating depth without affecting metallic sheen

Usage tips:

• Shake well before use to ensure consistency
• Apply directly to shadow areas for maximum effect
• Dilute with water or medium for subtle transitions or glazing

Amethyst Purple Shade lets you define structure, create contrast, and enhance visual depth on any metallic purple paintwork. It’s the essential middle step in Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal workflow, bridging the Base and Light tones with rich, shadowed realism.