Typhon Ash vs Pale Olive

How close are they?

ΔE 16.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Pale Olive is a little lighter, much more saturated than Typhon Ash.

Can I use Pale Olive instead of Typhon Ash?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Pale Olive is a little lighter, much more saturated than Typhon Ash.

Can I use Typhon Ash instead of Pale Olive?

The same difference applies the other way round: Typhon Ash is a little darker, much 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.