Dark Sky vs Eldandil Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Eldandil Violet is more saturated, warmer than Dark Sky.

Can I use Eldandil Violet instead of Dark Sky?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Eldandil Violet is more saturated, warmer than Dark Sky.

Can I use Dark Sky instead of Eldandil Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Sky is more muted, 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.