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Hexwraith Flame alternative similar technical & texture paints matches (#29A236)

As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Green tones feature heavily in Ork, Death Guard, and Dark Angels armies, where they define the army identity.
The closest Hexwraith Flame equivalent is CLEAR GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame.

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Top 4 closest equivalents

These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
CLEAR GREENAK Interactive
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
2
Clear GreenAK Interactive
ΔE 9.5significant colour distance -- test before committing
3
Oozing VomitArmy Painter
ΔE 20.3significant colour distance -- test before committing
4
Radiation GlowArmy Painter
ΔE 20.7significant colour distance -- test before committing

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Hexwraith Flame?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Hexwraith Flame in the current local catalogue is CLEAR GREEN from AK Interactive (Delta-E 3.71).

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 technical

Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this technical paint:

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Frequently asked questions

Hexwraith Flame is a technical paint with specific texture, crackle, or medium properties that standard paints cannot replicate by colour alone.

No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.

Yes, Hexwraith Flame is currently part of the Citadel (Games Workshop) 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.

As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Green tones feature heavily in Ork, Death Guard, and Dark Angels armies, where they define the army identity.
The closest Hexwraith Flame equivalent is CLEAR GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame.
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame.

As a Technical paint, this product delivers a special effect — texture, crackle, gloss, or medium — rather than a standard colour coat. Green tones feature heavily in Ork, Death Guard, and Dark Angels armies, where they define the army identity.

The closest Hexwraith Flame equivalent is CLEAR GREEN (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.7. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hexwraith Flame.

Hexwraith Flame Vallejo equivalent

No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Hexwraith Flame.

Hexwraith Flame Army Painter equivalent

No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Hexwraith Flame.

Hexwraith Flame equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a technical paint, Hexwraith Flame creates specific surface effects beyond simple colour. The colour sits in the deep green range.

Base texture and crackle

Hexwraith Flame relies on a specific base texture to crack or react.

Drying behaviour

The drying speed of Hexwraith Flame determines the crack pattern.

Painting over texture

Once Hexwraith Flame is dry, painting over it requires care.

Sealing and varnish

The finish of Hexwraith Flame may require a varnish seal.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : CLEAR GREEN (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.7
  • Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
  • Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent

A technical paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same base, drying, and sealing 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 technical paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.

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