This Age of Sigmar commission painting project features a compact Stormcast Eternals force built around Stormdrake Guard and Dracothian Guard, all painted to our Level 2 tabletop standard. It is a great example of how a carefully chosen color palette and cohesive basing can create an army that looks impressive on the tabletop without requiring the highest painting level.

The core of the army follows the iconic Stormcast Eternals appearance, using rich gold armor inspired by the official Games Workshop color scheme. Dark blue details on the shields, cloaks, reins, and armor panels provide strong contrast, while crisp white heraldry and Sigmarite symbols help break up the metallic surfaces. Red accents on plumes and cloth add just enough warmth to keep the palette vibrant without becoming overwhelming. The Dracothian Guard mounts are painted in deep blue tones that tie naturally into the rest of the army, creating a unified appearance across every unit.

The real visual variety comes from the Stormdrake Guard, where the dragons are divided into two distinct color schemes. One group features cool green scales with pale turquoise wings, while the other uses warm orange and reddish tones paired with leathery tan wings. Despite the different colors, both groups share the same riders, heraldry, and basing, allowing them to feel like different broods fighting under the same banner rather than separate armies. It is a simple approach that adds personality and makes the collection far more interesting to look at.

The bases remain intentionally understated, combining dark rocky ground with scattered snow patches and small tufts of grass. This restrained style frames the miniatures without distracting from them, while the white snow echoes the white heraldry across the army and enhances the cold, high fantasy atmosphere.

Projects like this demonstrate that Age of Sigmar commission painting is not only about display-level miniatures. A well-planned color scheme, consistent execution, and thoughtful basing can transform a Level 2 commission painting project into an army that looks fantastic both on the gaming table and in a display cabinet. Whether answering Sigmar’s call or bringing ruin to the Mortal Realms, these warriors are ready to ride into battle. After all, Only the Faithful!