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SC-08 Abyssal Blue Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#203050)
SC-08 Abyssal Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-08 Abyssal Blue equivalent is DARK BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 1.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.9).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-08 Abyssal Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-08 Abyssal Blue in the current local catalogue is DARK BLUE from AK Interactive (Delta-E 1.21).
- Closest overall: DARK BLUE (AK Interactive, Delta-E 1.21)
- Closest Vallejo: Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Delta-E 2.28)
- Closest Army Painter: Triumphant Navy (Delta-E 3.12)
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
SC-08 Abyssal Blue is a paint from Scale75. 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 Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Delta E 2.28).
Yes, SC-08 Abyssal Blue is currently part of the Scale75 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.
SC-08 Abyssal Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-08 Abyssal Blue equivalent is DARK BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 1.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.3).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.9).
SC-08 Abyssal Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-08 Abyssal Blue equivalent is DARK BLUE (AK Interactive) with Delta E 1.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.3. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-08 Abyssal Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.9.
SC-08 Abyssal Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.3.
SC-08 Abyssal Blue Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Dark Sky (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.9.
SC-08 Abyssal Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-08 Abyssal Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : DARK BLUE (AK Interactive) – ΔE 1.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.3
- Closest Army Painter option : Dark Sky (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.9
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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