Metallic Paint

Sc-78 Peridot Alchemy Equivalent

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
For the SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent Vallejo, Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
The best SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Army Painter equivalent is Emerald Forest (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.4).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Scorpy Green (72.032)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
2
Emerald ForestArmy Painter
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
LIGHT GREENAK Interactive
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
Wild GreenArmy Painter
ΔE 5.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
Lustrian UndergrowthCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for SC-78 Peridot Alchemy?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy in the current local catalogue is Scorpy Green (72.032) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 3.38).

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 metallic

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

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Frequently asked questions

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy 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 Scorpy Green (72.032) (Delta E 3.38).

Yes, SC-78 Peridot Alchemy 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-78 Peridot Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
For the SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent Vallejo, Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
The best SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Army Painter equivalent is Emerald Forest (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.4).

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.4. For a SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent Vallejo match, Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.4 is the closest pick. The best SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Army Painter equivalent is Emerald Forest (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.4.

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.4.

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Emerald Forest (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.4.

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint with metallic pigments, SC-78 Peridot Alchemy reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the deep green range.

Pigment particle size

Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. SC-78 Peridot Alchemy has a specific particle size.

Black vs white primer

The primer choice affects how SC-78 Peridot Alchemy reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.

NMM simulation vs true metallic

SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.

Edge highlight preservation

Edge highlights on SC-78 Peridot Alchemy must contrast with the metallic base.

Tarnish and varnish

Metallic paints can tarnish over time. SC-78 Peridot Alchemy may need a varnish seal.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.4
  • Closest Vallejo option : Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.4
  • Closest Army Painter option : Emerald Forest (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.4

A metallic paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, wash, and varnish 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.