Paint equivalent guide

Sc-23 Indian Shadow Equivalent

SC-23 Indian Shadow is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent is Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.6).
For the SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent Vallejo, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.6).
The best SC-23 Indian Shadow Army Painter equivalent is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

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Top 4 closest equivalents

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

1
Brown Glaze (70.854)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Ochre Brown (70.856)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
Flat Brown (70.984)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
4
Leather Brown (72.040)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for SC-23 Indian Shadow?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-23 Indian Shadow in the current local catalogue is Brown Glaze (70.854) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 2.56).

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.

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Frequently asked questions

SC-23 Indian Shadow 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 Brown Glaze (70.854) (Delta E 2.56).

Yes, SC-23 Indian Shadow 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-23 Indian Shadow is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent is Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.6).
For the SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent Vallejo, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.6).
The best SC-23 Indian Shadow Army Painter equivalent is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

SC-23 Indian Shadow is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent is Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.6. For a SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent Vallejo match, Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.6 is the closest pick. The best SC-23 Indian Shadow Army Painter equivalent is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

SC-23 Indian Shadow Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.6.

SC-23 Indian Shadow Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

SC-23 Indian Shadow equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, SC-23 Indian Shadow requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.6
  • Closest Vallejo option : Brown Glaze (70.854) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.6
  • Closest Army Painter option : Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.7

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.