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Raging Rose Army Painter warpaint fanatic paint equivalents (#B05453)
Raging Rose is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Raging Rose equivalent is RUBY (AK Interactive) (ΔE 6.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Raging Rose is Brown Rose (70.803) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.2).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Raging Rose.
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Carmine Blades 5Warhammer
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Squig OrangeCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 4.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
RUBYAK Interactive
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Brown Rose (70.803)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 7.2significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Raging Rose?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Raging Rose in the current local catalogue is Carmine Blades 5 from Warhammer (Delta-E 4.44).
- Closest overall: Carmine Blades 5 (Warhammer, Delta-E 4.44)
- Closest Vallejo: Brown Rose (70.803) (Delta-E 7.16)
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
Raging Rose 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 Brown Rose (70.803) (Delta E 7.16).
Yes, Raging Rose 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.
Raging Rose is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Raging Rose equivalent is RUBY (AK Interactive) (ΔE 6.6).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Raging Rose is Brown Rose (70.803) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 7.2).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Raging Rose.
Raging Rose is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Raging Rose equivalent is RUBY (AK Interactive) with Delta E 6.6. For Vallejo, the closest match to Raging Rose is Brown Rose (70.803) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.2. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Raging Rose.
Raging Rose Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Brown Rose (70.803) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 7.2.
Raging Rose Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Raging Rose.
Raging Rose equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Raging Rose requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : RUBY (AK Interactive) – ΔE 6.6
- Closest Vallejo option : Brown Rose (70.803) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 7.2
- 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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