Naggaroth Night vs Shadow Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 14.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Shadow Violet is a little darker, warmer than Naggaroth Night.

Can I use Shadow Violet instead of Naggaroth Night?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Shadow Violet is a little darker, warmer than Naggaroth Night.

Can I use Naggaroth Night instead of Shadow Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Naggaroth Night is a little lighter, 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.