Emerald Forest vs Goblin Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Goblin Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Emerald Forest.

Can I use Goblin Flesh instead of Emerald Forest?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Goblin Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Emerald Forest.

Can I use Emerald Forest instead of Goblin Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Emerald Forest is a little darker, more saturated.

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.