Hoard Bronze vs Elven Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Elven Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Hoard Bronze.

Can I use Elven Gold instead of Hoard Bronze?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Elven Gold is a little lighter, more saturated than Hoard Bronze.

Can I use Hoard Bronze instead of Elven Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoard Bronze is a little darker, more muted.

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.