Deepkin Flesh vs Elven Skin

How close are they?

ΔE 14.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Elven Skin is noticeably darker, more saturated than Deepkin Flesh.

Can I use Elven Skin instead of Deepkin Flesh?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Elven Skin is noticeably darker, more saturated than Deepkin Flesh.

Can I use Deepkin Flesh instead of Elven Skin?

The same difference applies the other way round: Deepkin Flesh is noticeably lighter, more muted.

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.