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This guide walks you through painting your Final Girl S2 Alternate Killer Miniatures, covering prep, base coating, shading, and finishing to get them game-ready.

Why paint pre-shaded miniatures?

The Final Girl S2 Alt Killer Minis (Preshaded) come with a factory pre-shade that gives a basic tonal range, but it’s not a full paint job. Adding your own paint enhances contrast, defines details, and makes the killers pop on the tabletop. Since the pre-shading can vary, painting also lets you unify the look across the set.

Step-by-step painting guide

  1. 1. Clean and prime the miniatures: Wash the miniatures with warm water and mild soap to remove mold release. Let them dry completely, then apply a thin coat of primer (spray or brush-on) to ensure paint adheres. Check that the pre-shade is fully covered; if it's uneven, a second primer coat helps. Skipping cleaning can cause paint to peel later.
  2. 2. Base coat each killer: Use a medium-grey or the killer's dominant color as a base coat. Thin your paint with a drop of water and apply two thin layers, letting each dry fully. For killers like the Big Bad Wolf, start with a dark grey; for Ratchet Lady, a muted green works. The pre-shade will guide your color choices. Thick paint obscures the pre-shade details; thin layers keep the sculpt sharp.
  3. 3. Add shading and highlights: Mix a darker shade of your base color and apply it to recessed areas (e.g., under the arms, in the face). Then use a lighter shade on raised surfaces like brow ridges and knuckles. Drybrush the highlights: load a stiff brush with a tiny amount of light paint and flick it over the edges. Don't overdo the drybrush; it's easier to add more than to remove excess.
  4. 4. Paint small details: Use a fine-tipped brush for eyes, teeth, weapons, and accessories. For Evomorph's claws, use a metallic silver; for Zeke's mask, a bone-white. Keep a damp paper towel handy to wipe mistakes quickly. If the pre-shade is too dark underneath, apply a small white base coat first. A steady hand comes from bracing your wrists together; rest your painting hand on your other hand.
  5. 5. Seal and finish: Once all paint is dry, spray or brush on a matte varnish to protect the paint job. Let it cure for 24 hours before handling. For a glossy look on eyes or blood, use a gloss varnish only on those spots. The miniatures are then ready for your Final Girl game. Test the varnish on a spare piece first to avoid a cloudy finish.

Product facts

  • Final Girl: S2 Alt Killer Minis (Preshaded): Pre-shaded Alternate Killer Miniatures. 9 alternate miniatures for each killer from Series 2: Big Bad Wolf, Bag Head, Evomorph, Zeke, Strong, Trish, Tough, Ratchet Lady, and Fast. You get a full set of alternate poses for iconic killers, and the pre-shade provides a head start for painting, though colors can vary from product renders.

    Final Girl: S2 Alt Killer Minis (Preshaded)

    Final Girl: S2 Alt Killer Minis (Preshaded)