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Phalanx Blue Army Painter warpaint fanatic paint equivalents (#0086AC)
Phalanx Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Phalanx Blue equivalent is Caribbean Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Phalanx Blue.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Phalanx 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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Caribbean BlueScale75
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
SC-76 Tourmaline AlchemyScale75
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
DUCAT BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 3.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Scinari Blue 4Warhammer
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
SC-15 Adriatic BlueScale75
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Phalanx Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Phalanx Blue in the current local catalogue is Caribbean Blue from Scale75 (Delta-E 2.67).
- Closest overall: Caribbean Blue (Scale75, Delta-E 2.67)
- Closest Vallejo: French Mirage Blue (70.900) (Delta-E 6.55)
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
Phalanx 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, Phalanx 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.
Phalanx Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Phalanx Blue equivalent is Caribbean Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Phalanx Blue.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Phalanx Blue.
Phalanx Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Phalanx Blue equivalent is Caribbean Blue (Scale75) with Delta E 2.7. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Phalanx Blue. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Phalanx Blue.
Phalanx Blue Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Phalanx Blue.
Phalanx Blue Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Phalanx Blue.
Phalanx Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Phalanx Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Caribbean Blue (Scale75) – ΔE 2.7
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- 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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