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Fiery Vermilion Army Painter warpaint fanatic paint equivalents (#D01509)
Fiery Vermilion is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Fiery Vermilion equivalent is Cutthroat Red (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 1.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Fiery Vermilion is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.6).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Fiery Vermilion.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Cutthroat RedGreen Stuff World
ΔE 1.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
BLOOD REDAK Interactive
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
DEEP REDAK Interactive
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Scarlet Red (72.012)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Evil Sunz ScarletCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Fiery Vermilion?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Fiery Vermilion in the current local catalogue is Cutthroat Red from Green Stuff World (Delta-E 1.62).
- Closest overall: Cutthroat Red (Green Stuff World, Delta-E 1.62)
- Closest Vallejo: Scarlet Red (72.012) (Delta-E 3.61)
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
Fiery Vermilion 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 Scarlet Red (72.012) (Delta E 3.61).
Yes, Fiery Vermilion 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.
Fiery Vermilion is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Fiery Vermilion equivalent is Cutthroat Red (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 1.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Fiery Vermilion is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.6).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Fiery Vermilion.
Fiery Vermilion is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Fiery Vermilion equivalent is Cutthroat Red (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 1.6. For Vallejo, the closest match to Fiery Vermilion is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.6. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Fiery Vermilion.
Fiery Vermilion Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.6.
Fiery Vermilion Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Fiery Vermilion.
Fiery Vermilion equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Fiery Vermilion requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Cutthroat Red (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 1.6
- Closest Vallejo option : Scarlet Red (72.012) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.6
- 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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