Scorched Metal vs Arcane Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Arcane Gold is noticeably darker, more saturated than Scorched Metal.

Can I use Arcane Gold instead of Scorched Metal?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Arcane Gold is noticeably darker, more saturated than Scorched Metal.

Can I use Scorched Metal instead of Arcane Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Scorched Metal 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.