Elven Armour vs Dark Metallic Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 26.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Dark Metallic Blue is much more muted, cooler than Elven Armour.

Can I use Dark Metallic Blue instead of Elven Armour?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 26). Dark Metallic Blue is much more muted, cooler than Elven Armour.

Can I use Elven Armour instead of Dark Metallic Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Elven Armour is much more saturated, 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.