Blood Chalice vs Alizarin Crimson

How close are they?

ΔE 13.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Alizarin Crimson is noticeably darker, more saturated than Blood Chalice.

Can I use Alizarin Crimson instead of Blood Chalice?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Alizarin Crimson is noticeably darker, more saturated than Blood Chalice.

Can I use Blood Chalice instead of Alizarin Crimson?

The same difference applies the other way round: Blood Chalice is noticeably lighter, more muted.

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.