Magnus the Red vs Warlord Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 8.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Warlord Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Magnus the Red.

Can I use Warlord Purple instead of Magnus the Red?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Warlord Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Magnus the Red.

Can I use Magnus the Red instead of Warlord Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Magnus the Red is a little darker, 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.