Russian Blue vs Necromancer Cloak

How close are they?

ΔE 9.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Necromancer Cloak is more muted, warmer than Russian Blue.

Can I use Necromancer Cloak instead of Russian Blue?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Necromancer Cloak is more muted, warmer than Russian Blue.

Can I use Russian Blue instead of Necromancer Cloak?

The same difference applies the other way round: Russian Blue is more saturated, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.