Spartan Bronze vs Arcane Gold

How close are they?

ΔE 13.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Arcane Gold is noticeably darker, more saturated than Spartan Bronze.

Can I use Arcane Gold instead of Spartan Bronze?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Arcane Gold is noticeably darker, more saturated than Spartan Bronze.

Can I use Spartan Bronze instead of Arcane Gold?

The same difference applies the other way round: Spartan Bronze 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.