Dark Magenta vs Warlord Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 10.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Warlord Purple is a little lighter than Dark Magenta.

Can I use Warlord Purple instead of Dark Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Warlord Purple is a little lighter than Dark Magenta.

Can I use Dark Magenta instead of Warlord Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Magenta is a little darker.

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.