Green (70.969)
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Paint equivalent guide
Kraken Green Green Stuff World basic paint equivalents (#008000)
Kraken Green is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Kraken Green equivalent is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Kraken Green is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Kraken Green.
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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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Green (70.969)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Goblin Green (72.030)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 4.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Niblet GreenCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Lustria Green 3Warhammer
ΔE 6.6significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Kraken Green?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Kraken Green in the current local catalogue is Green (70.969) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 4.86).
- Closest overall: Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 4.86)
- Closest Vallejo: Green (70.969) (Delta-E 4.86)
- Closest Army Painter: Eternal Hunt (Delta-E 6.65)
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
Kraken Green 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 Green (70.969) (Delta E 4.86).
Yes, Kraken Green 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.
Kraken Green is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Kraken Green equivalent is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Kraken Green is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Kraken Green.
Kraken Green is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Kraken Green equivalent is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.9. For Vallejo, the closest match to Kraken Green is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.9. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Kraken Green.
Kraken Green Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.9.
Kraken Green Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Kraken Green.
Kraken Green equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Kraken Green requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep green range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.9
- Closest Vallejo option : Green (70.969) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.9
- 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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