painting competition

best painted award

Showcase your fully painted army and have the chance to win our Master Artisan trophy!

how to participate

Participation is included and automatic. Simply bring your fully painted army, and we'll do the rest!

Judging window will be on Sunday after Game 3, from 12:00 to 13:30. Make sure your army is displayed either on your table, display board (optional) or transport tray.

how we judge

Judging will happen in two steps.

1. top performers

(Pass or Fail)
-Army is fully painted, including bases
-Paint quality is consistent across all models
-Theme is consistent and cohesive across all models
-Up to 10 top performers only will go on to the next step

If you qualify for this step, you will receive an Heroic Entry medal!
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2. rubric scoring on 3 categories

Core techniques (50pts)
-Brush control
-Depth achieved
-Textures and blends
-Use of light, OSL and shading
-Weathering and special effects (if applicable)
-Metallics, skins and fabrics
-Overall details
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Theme and narrative (40pts)
-Color palette understanding
-Basing complexity and quality
-Conversions (if applicable)
-Overall presentation and theme consistency
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Judge's bonus (10pts)
-Wow factor
-Favorites from the judges
-Overall impact
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Final score
A final score will be given on a total of 100pts. In case of a tie, the army that the judges feel displays the most immersive theme or strongest narrative will win.
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