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Painting is optional. These are the complete named finishing suggestions from the original X-Plus instructions; every paint starts unchecked. Source scheme: Manufacturer illustrated suggested paint scheme. Original names and codes remain visible. Approximate or cross-family choices start unchecked; dried color, sheen and special effects are not certified equivalents. Tools and thinning purchases are unchecked. Each thinner applies only to its named family. Digital swatches are provisional; out-of-stock cards stay disabled. Source details retain all options, conflicts and original mixtures.

Check the kit guide View kit instructions (PDF) The kit manufacturer’s original instructions open in a new tab. Use the diagrams for color placement and markings.
Original palette, placement, alternatives and source notes

Original paint roles and choices are listed below. Printed alternatives are options for the same role, not additional required purchases or guaranteed color matches. Approximate store options start unchecked.

  1. Source 1: Pale Khaki.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Bandages/wrapped figure surface; arrow points to right upper-arm bandages in front view.

    Store option: XF-55 Deck Tan 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Pale Khaki suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  2. Source 2: Dusty Olive.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Exposed head/face skin; arrow points to temple/side of face.

    Store option: XF-51 Khaki Drab 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Dusty Olive suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  3. Source 3: Dark Charcoal.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Dark eye/socket detail; arrow points to eye area.

    Store option: XF-24 Dark Gray 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Dark Charcoal suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  4. Source 4: Gray.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Diorama masonry/base; arrow points to base edge in side view.

    Store option: XF-20 Medium Gray 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Gray suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  5. Source 5: Amber.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Flame shading in side view; preserve separately from Canary Yellow highlight callout.

    Store option: X-6 Orange 10 ML (MINI) 81506. Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Amber suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Gloss; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  6. Source 6: Canary Yellow.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Flame highlight/body region in front view.

    Store option: X-8 Lemon Yellow 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Canary Yellow suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Gloss; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  7. Source 7: Graphite Black.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Brazier/cauldron metal vessel; arrow points to bowl exterior in front view.

    Store option: XF-1 Flat Black Mini. Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Graphite Black suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

  8. Source 8: Yellow.

    Suggested finish. Source finish: unspecified. Source location: 1. Raised Mummy's Tomb nameplate lettering.

    Store option: XF-3 Flat Yellow 10 ML (MINI). Unchecked broad color-family approximation for X-Plus's uncoded Yellow suggestion. The original gives no retail paint code or paint family; exact hue and unspecified sheen remain unverified. The source diagram is grayscale, so no exact hue is inferred from it. Candidate finish: Matte; paint type: Tamiya X/XF acrylic.

Guide scheme

  • Manufacturer suggested finish; painting is optional. All uncoded store suggestions start unchecked.

All documented schemes

  • Suggested colored/grisaille finish Scope: Named labeled figure/base scheme with optional translucent color layering. Instruction page(s): 1.
  • Black-and-white film tonal treatment Scope: Pro Tip emphasizes tonal range of the 1942 film; no additional named black/white paint entries or ratios specified. Instruction page(s): 1.

Painting techniques

  • Dry brushing raised/recessed details (optional). Unnamed light color may soften strong dry brushing by splatter or airbrush; no specific color/code/number of shades given. Instruction page(s): 1.
  • Grisaille translucent color layer (optional). Applied after tonal underpainting; no brand, color recipe, medium or dilution ratio is specified. Instruction page(s): 1.
  • Fire as directional light source (optional). Use flame highlights, dark tones, shading and reflected/ambient lighting on figure; no new named colors or mixtures. Instruction page(s): 1.

Unspecified and ambiguous details

  • Pillar, nameplate background, brazier stand and individually unlabelled surfaces. no separate coded or named local paint callout. Follow illustrated overall effect at modeler discretion; no additional colors are prescribed.

Paint and cement

  • Painting: Suggested named colors only; paint parts before assembly as directed on page 2.
  • Assembly: Test-fit parts before gluing; plastic-cement/paint safety notes; no proprietary cement code required.

Source limitations and material guidance

  • Painting is suggested. All eight named colors are uncoded, with no paint brand, family, color standard or ratio. Grayscale illustrations cannot establish exact hue; all store suggestions are unchecked approximations.
  • Pale Khaki, Dusty Olive and Dark Charcoal are separate named colors, as are Yellow and Canary Yellow. Unlabeled pillar, nameplate, brazier and other surfaces have no additional required color.
  • Dry brushing, translucent grisaille coloring and reflected fire lighting are optional techniques. No fixed number of light/dark shades, thinning formula or new color mixture is provided.

Source references

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[1] Pale Khaki → approx. Tamiya XF-55 Deck Tan 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[2] Dusty Olive → approx. Tamiya XF-51 Khaki Drab 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[3] Dark Charcoal → approx. Tamiya XF-24 Dark Gray 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[4] Gray → approx. Tamiya XF-20 Medium Gray 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[5] Amber → approx. Tamiya X-6 Orange 10 ML (MINI) 81506 (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[6] Canary Yellow → approx. Tamiya X-8 Lemon Yellow 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[7] Graphite Black → approx. Tamiya XF-1 Flat Black Mini (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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[8] Yellow → approx. Tamiya XF-3 Flat Yellow 10 ML (MINI) (source option; unchecked) $2.90
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1/8 Lon Chaney, Jr. The Mummy 200139

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1/8 Lon Chaney, Jr. The Mummy 200139
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