Warlock Purple vs Magnus the Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Magnus the Red is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Magnus the Red instead of Warlock Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Magnus the Red is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Warlock Purple instead of Magnus the Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Warlock Purple is a little darker, more saturated, 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.