Scarlet (70.817)
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Colorshift Magic Red Green Stuff World colorshift paint equivalents (#C01020)
Colorshift Magic Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Red equivalent is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 0.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Red is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 0.7).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Colorshift Magic Red.
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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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Scarlet (70.817)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 0.7very strong proximity in the catalogue data2
Flat Red (70.957)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 0.9very strong proximity in the catalogue data3
Red (70.926)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.1slight colour difference, well within acceptable range4
Chotec Orange 2Warhammer
ΔE 3.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range5
SC-37 Antares RedScale75
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Colorshift Magic Red?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Colorshift Magic Red in the current local catalogue is Scarlet (70.817) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 0.73).
- Closest overall: Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 0.73)
- Closest Vallejo: Scarlet (70.817) (Delta-E 0.73)
- Closest Army Painter: Pure Red (Delta-E 4.65)
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 Red 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 Scarlet (70.817) (Delta E 0.73).
Yes, Colorshift Magic Red 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 Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Red equivalent is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 0.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Red is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 0.7).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Colorshift Magic Red.
Colorshift Magic Red is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Colorshift Magic Red equivalent is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 0.7. For Vallejo, the closest match to Colorshift Magic Red is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 0.7. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Colorshift Magic Red.
Colorshift Magic Red Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 0.7.
Colorshift Magic Red Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Colorshift Magic Red.
Colorshift Magic Red equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Colorshift Magic Red requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 0.7
- Closest Vallejo option : Scarlet (70.817) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 0.7
- 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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