Stormy Blue (72.018)
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Alpha Blue Army Painter warpaint fanatic paint equivalents (#6979B5)
Alpha Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Alpha Blue equivalent is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 8.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Alpha Blue is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 8.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Alpha Blue.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Shalaxi Violet 4Warhammer
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Shalaxi Violet 5Warhammer
ΔE 6.8significant colour distance -- test before committing3
Hoeth BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.8significant colour distance -- test before committing4
StormfangCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 7.1significant colour distance -- test before committing5
Stormy Blue (72.018)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 8.1significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Alpha Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Alpha Blue in the current local catalogue is Shalaxi Violet 4 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.7).
- Closest overall: Shalaxi Violet 4 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.7)
- Closest Vallejo: Stormy Blue (72.018) (Delta-E 8.14)
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
Alpha Blue is a paint from Army Painter. 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 Stormy Blue (72.018) (Delta E 8.14).
Yes, Alpha Blue is currently part of the Army Painter 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.
Alpha Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Alpha Blue equivalent is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 8.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Alpha Blue is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 8.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Alpha Blue.
Alpha Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Alpha Blue equivalent is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 8.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to Alpha Blue is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 8.1. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Alpha Blue.
Alpha Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 8.1.
Alpha Blue Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Alpha Blue.
Alpha Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Alpha Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 8.1
- Closest Vallejo option : Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 8.1
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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