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Colorshift Magic Blue Green Stuff World colorshift paint equivalents (#1050C0)
Colorshift Magic Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Blue equivalent is SC-33 Cobalt Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 3.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Flat Blue (70.962) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Royal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
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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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SC-33 Cobalt BlueScale75
ΔE 3.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Flat Blue (70.962)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Magic Blue (72.021)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 4.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Royal BlueArmy Painter
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Shalaxi Violet 3Warhammer
ΔE 5.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Colorshift Magic Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Colorshift Magic Blue in the current local catalogue is SC-33 Cobalt Blue from Scale75 (Delta-E 3.81).
- Closest overall: SC-33 Cobalt Blue (Scale75, Delta-E 3.81)
- Closest Vallejo: Flat Blue (70.962) (Delta-E 4.12)
- Closest Army Painter: Royal Blue (Delta-E 4.74)
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
Colorshift Magic Blue is a paint from Green Stuff World. 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 Flat Blue (70.962) (Delta E 4.12).
Yes, Colorshift Magic Blue is currently part of the Green Stuff World 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.
Colorshift Magic Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Blue equivalent is SC-33 Cobalt Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 3.8).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Flat Blue (70.962) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.1).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Royal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
Colorshift Magic Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Blue equivalent is SC-33 Cobalt Blue (Scale75) with Delta E 3.8. For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Flat Blue (70.962) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.1. For Army Painter, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Blue is Royal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
Colorshift Magic Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Flat Blue (70.962) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.1.
Colorshift Magic Blue Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Royal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
Colorshift Magic Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Colorshift Magic Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : SC-33 Cobalt Blue (Scale75) – ΔE 3.8
- Closest Vallejo option : Flat Blue (70.962) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.1
- Closest Army Painter option : Royal Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.7
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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