Shadow Thorn vs The Fang

Shadow Thorn

Brand
Army Painter
Range
John Blanche Vol. 1-4
Code
Vol. 3
Type
an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch
#003f5e (estimate)

The Fang

Brand
Citadel / Warhammer
Range
Colour: Base
Type
an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch
#3a5a7a (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. The Fang is noticeably lighter, warmer than Shadow Thorn.

Can I use The Fang instead of Shadow Thorn?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). The Fang is noticeably lighter, warmer than Shadow Thorn.

Can I use Shadow Thorn instead of The Fang?

The same difference applies the other way round: Shadow Thorn is noticeably darker, cooler.

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.

See Shadow Thorn on the colour wheel See The Fang on the colour wheel

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