Broodmother Purple vs Eldandil Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Eldandil Violet is a little lighter, warmer than Broodmother Purple.

Can I use Eldandil Violet instead of Broodmother Purple?

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

Can I use Broodmother Purple instead of Eldandil Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Broodmother Purple is a little darker, 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.