Forest of Shadows vs Splinter Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Splinter Green is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Forest of Shadows.

Can I use Splinter Green instead of Forest of Shadows?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Splinter Green is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Forest of Shadows.

Can I use Forest of Shadows instead of Splinter Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Forest of Shadows is a little lighter, 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.