Triumphant Navy vs Malefic Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 10.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Malefic Purple is a little darker, warmer than Triumphant Navy.

Can I use Malefic Purple instead of Triumphant Navy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Malefic Purple is a little darker, warmer than Triumphant Navy.

Can I use Triumphant Navy instead of Malefic Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Triumphant Navy is a little lighter, 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.