Guardian Green vs Eldritch

How close are they?

ΔE 12.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Eldritch is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Guardian Green.

Can I use Eldritch instead of Guardian Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Eldritch is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Guardian Green.

Can I use Guardian Green instead of Eldritch?

The same difference applies the other way round: Guardian Green is a little darker, 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.