@Shoo, thanks for reading! amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; I should be done detailing it within 3 days. Gunpla are manufactured by Bandai in Japan, or China, which has an exclusive license in manufacturing and marketing the kits around the world. > 1/1700 EX Arc Angel Limited Edition Here at Gunpla 101, we provide resources for Gunpla builders of all skill levels. Looking at the base figures’ paint I’m guessing a flat/matte coat would match the best…. Can I find out what type of enamel based wash you used (e.g. Keeps dry transfer decals in place to rub them in and guide for applying additional details. Some people think kits look best with out them while others think they look best when done in heavy black. I read a comment on here about using Citadel black wash. https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/407f857ff323aee5a2abd1262b8379efd6b011bf72472ef8286b84773f33ae38.jpg https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7ea0c921b66d9d38b258d8db0225d0a5606a10af1d4ad24238bf0010bed829e7.jpg. I’m so/so on how it came out. Gunpla Tools for Beginners - RoboMechaKits, Diecast Car Models - Page 122 - REVscene Automotive Forum, How To Spraypaint A Custom Paint Job For Gunpla, How To Add LED Lighting To Any Gunpla Kit, 5 Ways To Make A DIY Painting Stand For Gunpla, gray or silver paint to panel line black pieces, https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/407f857ff323aee5a2abd1262b8379efd6b011bf72472ef8286b84773f33ae38.jpg, https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/7ea0c921b66d9d38b258d8db0225d0a5606a10af1d4ad24238bf0010bed829e7.jpg, How To Paint A Multicolor Basecoat For More Realistic Gunpla Models, How to Paint Gradients with Spray Paint On Gunpla. Nope, I haven’t tried enamels on Converge. Side note, I picked them up while visiting japan. These markers helped make my gundam model look excellent. Some people use rubber erasers, too. Gundam Marker Gray (Fine) (GM02) Gundam Marker Gray (Fine) (GM02) Canadian Gundam 3 Builder’s Base Introduction to GunPla _____ 4 Builder’s Base _____ Introduction to GunPla • Panel Lining Markers - Used to highlight the plastic edges and creases in the Gunpla kit. Built an old HG Wing Zero Custom kit from ’98, used a sharpie to do panel lines. 1/100 G Gundam Gun metal is used for the inner frames of the gunpla. @shawn_fee:disqus wow, I like the gritty, graphic look that Citadel gives to your kit. The panel lining marker certainly gets the job and is as simple to use as the other markers, run it over the detail you want to panel line then run a q-tip over it to clean up excess, once you do this to bring out the details on a Gundam head you'll be hooked on panel lining. While I can't point out any brands specifically make sure to get a brush whose tip won't fray or pull easily. This is a white piece, so I used the gray marker (GM02) to line it. The larger tip also allows you to fill in larger areas easier and, if used properly, can also provide basic shading in some instances. The only two sizes you should really need are 005, .20mm and 01, .25mm. Just need to work on detailing the wing assembly as well as applying the marking decals on the model’s surfaces. The result is a high definition finish. I would still use a gray marker on that. Their line of Pigma Micron pens are available in several colors and in various sizes. It's review time again, now featuring the Perfect Grade Unleashed RX-78-2 Gundam! I accidentally left my black one uncapped for about 2 hours and it dried up the tip. First, we line the part, drawing directly into the groove on the piece. This is the SD Gundam Barbatos from Bandai’s Mobile Suit Gundam Frame Operation 01 series of gashapon figures which includes the Sazabi, Nu Gundam and the Graze. Although tedious and time consuming, I always like the outcome after cleaning the excess splots of thinned paint. You certainly can so long as your careful enough and do clean up. Although the Zeta Plus’ overall paint scheme was gray, paint washing it made it looked better. Regardless of what you're using to line, pencil, Gundam Markers, or paint, the process is the same. Part of the process of applying a panel wash will inevitably leave a bit of paint behind. Do i need to top coat my gundam before i do the panel lining with the real touch? The Mega Size Model (MSM)RX-78-2 Gundam is a 1/48 scale kit released in 2010. I know this isn’t super on topic but I’m curious, What part for what kit was that in the first 3 photos? I got a 300 yen version of the Barbatos…didn’t see the 400 yen ones….  Redditor? We usually don’t panel line black pieces since it doesn’t show up. We think white might look a little unrealistic, and perhaps be good for SD gunpla, but not the ones you want to look real. He used black everywhere. In cases of seams, a little filing and scribing will make the seam line look like a panel line instead (but that’s more advanced). Note that the actual tutorial on the detailing process can be found here. I recently started collecting gundam converge figures myself, and am looking into touching up the paint jobs. These babies have been crafted by Bandai to both take more of your money (okay, they're not really that expensive in the grand scheme of things) and help your Gundam look sexy. You can easily get away with spraying some gloss coats over the bare plastic and do the above panel lines. Anything you’d like to […], I used a plastic eraser still works great ☺. It should be completed by tomorrow, April 22nd. Have Gunpla questions? I also tried applying my detailing and paint washing skills on Gashapon trading figures especially the Gundam Converge figures by Fusion Works. Use a gray marker (GM02) to draw detail lines on white or light gray Gundam pieces. The one on the right is the one I worked on.. Hello, new to your site. Find lines that are recessed, or broken up, and draw over them. I need your opinion in this one. It really looks cool.. Your blog has helped me immensely with my first gunpla! It’s almost done. Untuk menghapus, pilih alat yang sesuai. BOXING DAY* EXPO & LIMITED! Or pick colors that look good to you—Gunpla is an art, not a science! Get the Flash Player to see this player. And though he lined it, he didn’t then wipe the harsh lines with a cotton swab to soften them. Do yo think it turned out well? info on those can be found in the weathering section. so although it’s black, the shine will give definition to the model. Panel lining is the process of drawing fine lines around the detailing of model parts. amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit0"; I’ve been collecting Gundam Converge gashapon figures since last year starting with the Gundam Converge#90, the MSZ-006A1 Zeta Plus (Gundam Unicorn version). Works perfectly with Converge figures with no effects on the original underlying paint. I used a fine tip black sharpie on my 1/144 HG MS-06S Char’s mobile suite. Remember to try different things and go with what you think looks best. For providing realistic looking contrast, color choice is important, too. Check out r/Gunpla & r/Gundam. Panel lining is a technique used to make the details printed on the individual Gundam models stand out boldly. For example, when lining on white use a light gray. get fine tip sharpies. I decide to use dark-brown Panel Line accent colour on mostly red parts. The key is to use a brush with a fine tip that will allow you to get in and work on details without brushing against other pieces or sections around the part that you're working on. Note that the actual tutorial on the detailing process can be found here. My collection of these SD-looking versions of the mobile suits featured in the various Gundam series has grown to 26 figures. Gundam Marker from GSI Creos made for Plastic Model Kits. Simple WeatheringOil WeatheringHairspray ChippingAdvanced Hairspray ChippingOther Chipping MethodsBattle DamageDry BrushingOther Weathering Tips, PlaPlatingSig Super StripeMini ThrustersOption PartsAction Bases & PosingMisc Tricks & TipsKit PhotographyGundam Line ArtRecommended Sites, LGG Changelog Select the right color - While some people decide to do all of their lines in solid black which popular opinion states it looks like shit and should be avoided. This doesn't only work on panel lines but also on edges and raised areas to give your model a worn or shaded look. More on that here. Did that affect the underlying paint? You’ll want to line inside or next to protrusions on the piece that could benefit from extra definition. The tape is as stiff as you' want it to be for panel lining, but other than the length lines it is clear which can make lining it up perfectly a bit difficult. My question is if i painted with undercoated with acrylics, then preshaded with acrylics and base coated with acrylics, and lastly top coated with future, will the markers still come off with an eraser/ cotton swab? The Zeta Plus was the first. He didn’t use an official lining pen, but instead a Micron marker. @psychetrance65:disqus we’ll be doing a tutorial on topcoats soon. I experimented on that figure last year. Here’s my ongoing work with the 1/100 MG Wing Gundam Zero Proto. And finally, below is a video showing the process for cleaning up excess paint. ( if you glue parts wrongly, immerse it in warm water for a few minutes. I once used Micron pens, but I didn’t like how dark it turned out. Sometimes, the color schemes of these figures are way off compared to their Gunpla brothers. Just spraying the component parts outside. Gunpla is not about being perfect, it’s about building a model you love from a show you love with your own hands. amzn_assoc_search_bar = "false"; Having an air-brush and paint booth would be great. What colosr do younyse in each of the part with different color? Below is a video of the panel lining process. What type of paint and thinner you use is dependent on what surface/paint you're working on. We are not Gunpla masters. Sometimes, however, you need to spice things up with a colour you can't get in a pen or want to leverage the super clean look that's possible when you detail your lines with paint. So far I am really digging the results. Because these figures are gashapons which were intended for trading, the figures already came pre-painted. It is one of the simplest things you can do to really make your Gunpla pop. I sometimes use cropic markers for doing the lining of my kits. Just be aware of build up on the eraser itself which could transfer back to your kit. For a Kotobukiya kit, the meaning of the symbols found in their manuals can be found here. Marker pen especially made for gundam models. What were the results? Gundam Real Touch Marker sets come with a cleaning marker that works pretty well, but only under the right set of circumstances. This is done by carefully filling in the lines with ink. Panel Lining for Gunpla 101 BTW, IPMS Vancouver is having their annual show in October. amzn_assoc_title = "Shop this guide:"; Hello Lauren and John! Don’t worry, we’ve done all that trial-and-error for you. amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; Please help :S. I recently tried to do panel lining on my Build Burning and got the same result on John’s RX-78-2(But only on white parts.) They look a lot better when you do. If you're lining with paint try to mix in portions of the base color for a subtle effect. […] this work? It especially works with Astray because that’s such a showy kit to begin with! I think it looks great. But we don’t think you need to be one to get the most possible enjoyment out of Gunpla building. Want to chat Gundam or just about anything else. I started applying the panel lining using a thinned enamel wash just this past Saturday, April 16th. Generally a pencil will give you the perfect gray to use while working on white (or similair) pieces. When it comes to doing detail lines Sakura makes a fantastic alternative to Gundam Markers. For panel lining all you really need is a scriber and some Dymo Tape. I just leave it the way it is after panel lining or applying Acrylics on some of the parts. I can not state what specific model kit it is, but something from the HG line. Here's a tutorial which I've gotten lots of requests to make, despite many videos already covering the subject. Or should i get a bottle of topcoat first before i do the panel lines? other tips and tricks: I don’t have the tools to do that well. Again IF its against bare plastic and youre using acrylics, paint over the panel lines - let it dry for a short spell - and simply run your finger nail over the piece to remove excess paint and voila! Used for extra details and panel lining. ), if the enamel wash damaged the underlying paint coat, and how well your acrylic paints took to the undercoat of existing paint? Hello express. But my past experience with Enamels on earlier Gunpla kits, it was just a pain in the butt to clean up compared to water-based acrylics. A dark green, I’d say black, a light green, I’d say gray. Do you normally panel line before or after assembly? Unfortunately Micron doesn't come in gray. Produk Gundam marker yang paling popular adalah versi GM01 yaitu marker yang memiliki warna Hitam, GM02 … Wonder wtf Bandai's marketing team was thinking, and more! The tip works for most of it but not the spaces on the cables. I’m still a newbie to Gunpla…putting pressure on myself is spurious at this juncture. The idea is to make it look like light is casting a shadow on the Gunpla, so the color you use for panel lining should be a darker version of the color of the piece. We’ve seen some people use gray or silver paint to panel line black pieces that looks really neat, but it’s not something we’ve done yet ourselves. Try it for yourself and let us know how it goes! Dismay upon the poor LEDs. Usually I opt for black and gray for cool colors (and brown for warm colors) so it depends on how deep the green is. This is going to be an eyecatcher. Kindly read up on this disclaimer before using the data on this post. If you're detailing an unpainted kit you can clean up the excess with some fine sandpaper or even a quick scrape with a hobby knife. Although the GM Custom was equipped with a 90mm GM rifle in the anime, I equipped the GM Custom with a long-range beam sniper rifle from System Weapon 004 kit. However, if you’ve never done it before, it might seem a little intimidating to draw on the Gunpla you’ve spent so much time on. Excess ink can be removed with a cotton swab or an eraser. Well I could still do some panel lining. ooh, tricky. It’s not like I have a paint stand or alligator clips. Check out the... Gunpla, plamo, tutorials and reviews since 2008, Layman's Gunpla Guide - Detailing Equipment, You can find me (and a whole lot of better builders) on the official Discord of r/Gunpla and r/Gundam. Untuk menghapus, pilih alat yang sesuai. Here is also a great reference chart for paint color conversion and their equivalents. Bandai also makes Weathering Markers, info on those can be found in the weathering section. But now that I’m on my second gunpla, I’m stuck… the parts are black and I don’t know what color I should panel line it with as there are no white panel lining markers/pens available… any idea how I should go about panel lining the black parts? The ultimate Gundam experience! Here the panel lining is barely noticeable—it simply serves to enhance the model’s contrast. Can't really panel wash without paint and you can't really thin that paint without thinner appropriate for that paint. Panel lines is tedious work. 1/144 Gundam Wing Endless Waltz. Their line of Pigma Micron pens are available in several colors and in various sizes. Frankly I haven't used them much, having started with, and liked, other markers first. Panel lining is a no brainer job. I’ve got some of the smaller 2″ gashapons that I keep at my work desk. I do not yet have all the supplies I need for great results. I use a thinner-enamel mixture to paint wash the model’s panel lines. More on clear coats. They work very well for panel lining and shading. amzn_assoc_textlinks = "B00HY8JI7C,B00HY93GHY,B00GRKPNUE,B006B3YYZM,B0009AFN0S,B00KBRFOIU,B0009AFN08,B004DQW6MC,B0009AFN4Y,B006B3ZHJ4,B00HY8JI7C,B006B3YYZM,B002Q6ILQQ,B00HY93GHY"; i bought black and grey marker liner however couldn’t find a brown one hence bought the real touch one. Since I don’t really build Gunplas my brother just asks me to panel line it for him. That .05 makes a quite a bit of difference toward getting clean lines but the smaller tip is more likely to wear out before the ink runs dry. I'm not talking about the crappy pink ones that come on the end of a number 2 pencil, but a proper polymer like Pentel's Hi-Polymer block eraser. There are three main types of Gundam Markers out there, regular tipped ones, fine tipped ones, and the Real Touch Line. Eventually I will panel line all my Gundams, but I’ve only done three so […], try using real touch markers from bandai i love them. Your basic Gundam Marker is essentially a paint pen that comes in the most common of Gundam colours. For most Gundam kits, paint is an option. Into Gunpla for two months and I want to be a professional modeler. […]  I do file the nubs off though. The decals took longer than the build. what colour panel line markers should i use on the master grade buster gundam. Gundam markers come in different colors like grey and brown, though black is the standby color for most models. Try and look for a brush type so you can get into little corners easily. I used a thinned Flat Black enamel based wash on the panel lining, the very same one I normally applied on my past Gunpla projects. Easy to use and fairly easy to clean up. How does the wash hold up to handling? Here’s a video. Bad, lol. like sharpies or marker? Difficulty GradesTerminologyBuilding EquipmentDetailing EquipmentPainting EquipmentMisc EquipmentGlue Guide, Project FlowchartConstruction GuideDetail LinesDecals & StickersTop Coats, Paint Space PrepPaint TypesSampling PaintsPaint ReferencesPrimingAirbrushingPreshadingSpray CansDecanting PaintsMaskingCamouflageHand Painting, Weathering (Old Tutorial)Weathering General The Zeta Plus was the first Converge figure I applied detailing on. What it ends up looking terrible? For medium colors try a darker gray, and on dark or somethings vibrant colors use a black. Mixing colors is fun and you can do that with only a number of selections of colors so you don’t actually need a whole library of colors to be honest. The result is pretty jarring. Almost a week ago, I started detailing another Converge figure, the RX-78GP02A Gundam Physalis from the Gundam 0083 Stardust Memory anime which was part of the Gundam Converge SP-05 2-figure set along with the RX-78GP01Fb Gundam Fullburnern. Gundam marker adalah salah satu merek marker atau spidol yang biasanya digunakan untuk memberi garis panel pada gundam model kit. This saved me a lot of money in the long run and this is also why GPaint was developed to have only 8 colors. Release Date: Sept 2004. The final effect: a lined piece with just enough contrast to draw your eye. The black color is the one commonly used. The quicker the bristles wear the quicker you'll lose that edge and need to replace the brush. Wanting professional results is something I’m dealing with. This is the second Converge figure I worked on. Below is an example of what not to do. Hey I am really new to gunpla I have only built two so far, my first one is a first grade gundam dynamis my girlfriend got me for my birthday, and I have yet to panel line it because I am a little weary of messing it up what color should I panel line the green parts of that suit? I will top coat it. One of the markers I like are the Real Touch series of Gundam Markers. Another question: what did you use to clean up the enamel based wash – an enamel suitable thinner? You're going to need something to mix the paint and thinner, plus something to mix it in. The color of the pen you use for detailing is dependent on the color of your model. I find if I do it before i smudge it up really bad. Available for pre-ordering $ 14.95. Here’s one–the MSZ-006 Zeta Plus from Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn. I’ve also noticed it can leave behind a bit of a residue if it’s used in a warm area, or if the tape is slid around on a piece while finding the perfect spot. With a little practice, the panel lining process is one of the quickest and easiest steps in model building. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; Most of the time the .25mm will work just fine but some of the details on Bandai kits can be quite small requiring the .25mm tip. Process is going kinda slowly and be prepared for some detail work. If you're using a Micron Pen, Gundam Real Touch Marker, or a pencil you'll want a good eraser on hand. The popular consensus however is that you should line with a color and darkness relating to the plastic you're working on. I only apply top coats on my Gunpla models only. So to make it look more natural, you’ll want to rub it with something you probably already have around the house—a cotton swab. If you are painting a Bandai kit, the meaning of the symbols found in the manual can be found here, when painting this information might come in handy. Fine tip Gundam Markers are meant for taking care of those detail lines. Just built my first MG. Anyway, PANEL TIME! After a few funny looking Gunpla, we’ve figured out an effortless, two-step process that makes our Gunpla look surprisingly pro without painting. That said, here's a list of some of the most common and basic tools you'll need to spruce up your kit's detail lines. No top coats applied on my Converge figures. Wonder in amazement as all the detail. Again, below is just a basic assortment of tools you'll need and the actual tutorial can be found here. This HG Gundam X is one of the first John ever built. And here is a model John built recently, the HG Gundam RX-78-2. One of the easiest ways to make your Gunpla look nicer—with relatively little effort—is panel lining. […] there are other methods of panel lining gunpla, but nothing beats the old pen method for […], […] than anything I’ve written on Gunpla 101. I plan to write many more Anime News Network features in the future! For example, this one doesn’t even get into panel lining! Either with a paint marker or by washing the model with ink. Couldn’t find any good information online about what type of paints/protective coats were used on the stock figures though. You’re not just drawing lines onto a Gunpla—you’re giving realistic contrast to all the little pieces that aren’t defined individually, making your Gunpla look like it’s made up of more (and more detailed) parts than it actually is. When picking out a paper towel look for one that's not too fluffy. There are many effects you can try out with Tamiya's panel wash that you can find out for yourself, but for me this makes panel lining a whole lot quicker than using any gundam … Gunpla 101 is supported by affiliate links. COPIC Multiliner inking pens can be a good an alternative as a panel lining tool. The simple tools listed above work great nine times out of ten. I generally recommend folks shy away from these, and if you do use them, apply to a small paint brush and use that on your kit instead. Hi, I just bought 2 MG sets and wanted to start building my first gunpla. This Gunpla was built straight out of the box, applied similar paint wash techniques on the panel lines and used the EFSF/Albion decals on the model. @MacTan10:disqus this is gorgeous. Perfect Grade kits are 1/60 in scale, as well as some of the most complex Gunpla around. Usually we do panel lines without topcoating at all! The idea is that the panel lining it with black adds a shine to the part. What is Gunpla?Buying Kits & For ease of use there you're still looking at a pencil or a Gundam Marker. Construction Manual & Color Guide for the 1/144 High Grade 1/144 Lightning Gundam was translated to English from the Japanese Manual posted at Dalong's Gunpla & Model Kit Review site.For the meaning of the symbols found in the model kit's manual, kindly refer to this post. Here’s another Gunpla project I recently completed. I am rather confused on the use of markers as it seems that real touch i need to top coat it first prior to using? Looking to build a Gundam model? I'm not aware of any conflicts between most model paints and bristle type. Real Touch markers come with two tips, one fine and one larger to help cover more space. Whole process took me something about 5 - 6 hours, we can say whole day. At first, we didn’t understand what panel lining was all about. Depending on the amount you're mixing you can use a paint jar's lid, or a whole jar. =P. I actually got a gunpla starter kit that came with a gray panel lining marker/pen. Sometimes fluffy paper towels can leave behind small bits of that fluffiness which you don't want on your kit. My Proto Zero is 80% complete. I have been using this method since I started working with my first Master Grade kit, the RX-78GP01 Zephyranthes way back in the late 1990s. Maybe with some rubbing alcohol of mineral spirits. COPIC Multiliner inking pens can be a good an alternative as a panel lining tool. It'll allow for closer attention to those small details than you could normally get. Relevant Point#4: If you are scribing a line that will change direction in the middle of the piece, it’s a good idea to take a very small pin vise or even a pin and make very shallow hole at the point the line changes. Most newcomers to the hobby know about the importance of panel lining to gundam models, but I find that too many are defaulting to the official gundam panel line marker, as did I when I first started to detail my models. The best part is that they clean up really well with an eraser (clean right when you make a mistake, depending on the surface you're working on it won't erase when dry) and they're available at most arts & craft stores. The results were good with no problems affecting the original coat and was the reason why I implemented the same technique on the Converge Physalis. If you click a link, we may make a small commission. Second, we soften the line. Gundam marker. i tend to now super glue joints ( elbows, knees etc) basically any two parts that has a movable piece in the middle is super glued. Color #7: Gun Metal. This should go without saying. It is a technique that I need to work on, as well as painting. This is the HGUC 1/144 scale RGM-79N GM Custom mobile suit that was featured in the Mobile Suit Gundam 0083 – Stardust Memory in a support role. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "gunpla101-20"; This process follows the steps detailed in the above section. Like yourselves, im the type who builds leisurely. I would look at softening the edges a bit all around. A few tips/tricks i’ve learned that you could pass on:. Does anyone have experience using acrylic washes? It's meant for touching up small spots on a kit, not for line details. @disqus_2BDuEPiJbI:disqus thanks for the tip! Mix a proper color you want for the panel line (black is often too much of a contrast, so a greyish color is probably best for white parts). These are not hard and fast rules. If you purchase these make sure you put the cap on them immediately after you are done with them. I feel guilty that I din’t do any. In my experience (please note it's been awhile since I did a comparison) they're easier to clean up than traditional fine tipped Gundam Markers, all you need is an eraser. im confused by the colours on that kit. amzn_assoc_asins = "B00HY8JI7C,B006B3YYZM,B002Q6ILQQ,B00HY93GHY"; my place does not lend itself to painting. Maybe you’ve noticed that your first Gunpla doesn’t look as good as the photo on the box. Am thinking of trying out a medium shade gray on the bigger pieces! @jeremydias:disqus is it the off-white that is confusing? As my first model for Panel-lining I picked my RG Zaku II, also my first RG ever. Gundam marker punya 2 tipe untuk panel lining: Gundam marker tipe liner, contoh seperti gambar diatas.Mata pena berukuran 0.05 dengan kode GM01-03; Gundam marker tipe pour, tipe ini punya mata pena seperti spidol.Menggunakannya pun hanya menekan ujung marker, tinta akan mengalir sendiri di celah panel. The first Gunpla kits were sold in 1980 in Japan.Gunpla kits consist of several trays of parts or \"runners\" that either snap-fit (most post-1990 models) or require glue (older models prior to 1990) to put together. Thanks for the tips, guys! When applying the paint it's best to use a strong, fine tipped brush. amzn_assoc_linkid = "1b948e8bfd9dfce3dadc5107c856d9af"; The Gundam franchise and all subsequent Gundam designs are owned by Bandai. (To be fair it … Being as I have a buttload of warhammer 40k models, I had some on hand and am using it on the Astray. Not only I applied the similar paint washing techniques I used on my Gunplas, I even painted some of the figure sections with Tamiya Metallic Acrylic paints just to make the Converge figure version look more the same as a Gunpla model. Looks great! For mixing a toothpick or piece of old runner will do nicely. Copic makes some nice gray pens but I haven't found any that are dark enough/have the right shade. Thanks for the info. The more precise the point the better. For medium colors try a darker gray, and on dark or somethings vibrant colors use a black. You can buy it in most local hobby shops that sells gunpla. Did you also try applying any top coats to protect your panel lining/extra paint work? The popular consensus however is that you should line with a color and darkness relating to the plastic you're working on. The easiest way to line is with a mechanical pencil, 0.5mm in size or smaller. Really good collection of articles. Want to see what kits and builds I'm getting into? 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