Baal Crimson vs Scarlet Blood

How close are they?

ΔE 10.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scarlet Blood is a little darker, more saturated than Baal Crimson.

Can I use Scarlet Blood instead of Baal Crimson?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Scarlet Blood is a little darker, more saturated than Baal Crimson.

Can I use Baal Crimson instead of Scarlet Blood?

The same difference applies the other way round: Baal Crimson is a little 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.