Purulent Yellow is a yellow with a diseased greenish cast – exactly the colour pus, mould and undead flesh should be. It is not a pleasant colour, and it is not meant to be: it exists for effects that should turn the viewer's stomach.
| Range | Standard |
| Colour family | Yellow |
| Type | water-based acrylic |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | dropper bottle |
| Manufacturer code | AK11039 |
| EAN | 8435568302723 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Shade with Green Ochre or Olive Green; highlight with Sand Yellow and Ice Yellow. With Slime Green it turns more toxic still.
How do I paint convincing undead flesh?
Base in a muted green-grey, patch Purulent Yellow over it unevenly and glaze purple into the recesses. Unevenness is the key – healthy skin is uniform, diseased skin is not.
Is it good for teeth and bone?
Yes, for old and neglected ones. For clean bone use Ivory or Deck Tan.
How do I thin it?
With water or an AK thinner. A few drops are enough for brush work; airbrushing needs more – AK thinners and cleaners are made for that. With acrylics, two thin coats always beat one thick one.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, the 3rd Generation range dries matt. To protect the figure or even out the sheen, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the AK 3rd Generation category.