Color: A deep burgundy-red with dark wine-colored undertones. The ink has some subtle shading, particularly in areas where the ink pools.
Special Note: Writer's Blood is one of Diamine's wetter inks, so it lays down more ink than usual. On Midori MD paper, this can make the color appear darker and more saturated. The extra ink may also take longer to dry, especially on less absorbent paper.
Inspiration & Background: Writer's Blood was chosen by the fountain pen community as Diamine's 2021 Ink of the Year. It was created as part of Diamine's community ink selection project.
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Ink Information
Color Family: Burgundy / Red
Volume: 30 ml or 80 ml
Bottle Material: Plastic (30 ml) / Glass (80 ml)
Shading: Yes
Shimmer: No
Sheen: No
Fast Drying: No
Archival: Not specified
Pigmented: No (dye-based)
Water Resistant: No
Made in: United Kingdom
Personal Notes
Flow: Moderate to wet
Wetness: Wet
Swatch Specifications
Paper: Midori MD Cream paper, backed with heavy cardstock
Pen: Pilot Iro-Utsushi dip pen
Nib Size: Fine (F)
Color Disclaimer: Ink swatches are for reference only. Actual colors may vary depending on paper, lighting, and screen settings. Color may appear slightly different from screen to screen.