Sand Golem vs Iyanden Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Iyanden Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Sand Golem.

Can I use Iyanden Yellow instead of Sand Golem?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Iyanden Yellow is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Sand Golem.

Can I use Sand Golem instead of Iyanden Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sand Golem is noticeably 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.