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LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#132B38)
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE equivalent is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is The Darkness (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.7).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE in the current local catalogue is Craventhrone Cloak 1 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.93).
- Closest overall: Craventhrone Cloak 1 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.93)
- Closest Vallejo: Coal Black (72.053) (Delta-E 5.41)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Ocean Blue (Delta-E 3.44)
Method
Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.
Limits
Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.
What to check before replacing this base
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base paint:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
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Frequently asked questions
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is a paint from AK Interactive. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.
The closest Vallejo option is Coal Black (72.053) (Delta E 5.41).
Yes, LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is currently part of the AK Interactive range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.
Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE equivalent is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is The Darkness (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.7).
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE equivalent is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.4. For Vallejo, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.4. For Army Painter, the closest match to LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE is The Darkness (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.7.
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.4.
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is The Darkness (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.7.
LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, LIGHT PRUSSIAN BLUE requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.4
- Closest Vallejo option : Coal Black (72.053) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.4
- Closest Army Painter option : The Darkness (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.7
A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight sequence as the original recipe.
Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.
That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.
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