Phtalo Green vs Ruinous Spell

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ruinous Spell is more saturated, cooler than Phtalo Green.

Can I use Ruinous Spell instead of Phtalo Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Ruinous Spell is more saturated, cooler than Phtalo Green.

Can I use Phtalo Green instead of Ruinous Spell?

The same difference applies the other way round: Phtalo Green is more muted, warmer.

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.