Gnome Cheeks vs Baneblade Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Baneblade Brown is more saturated, cooler than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use Baneblade Brown instead of Gnome Cheeks?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Baneblade Brown is more saturated, cooler than Gnome Cheeks.

Can I use Gnome Cheeks instead of Baneblade Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gnome Cheeks is more muted, 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.