Bloodreaver Flesh vs Dread Red

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dread Red is much more muted, cooler than Bloodreaver Flesh.

Can I use Dread Red instead of Bloodreaver Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Dread Red is much more muted, cooler than Bloodreaver Flesh.

Can I use Bloodreaver Flesh instead of Dread Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Bloodreaver Flesh is much more saturated, warmer.

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.