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SC-78 Peridot Alchemy Scale75 iridescent paint equivalents (#60A030)
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 Vallejo, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy 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
Plaguetoad Venom 2Warhammer
ΔE 2.5slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Scorpy Green (72.032)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Emerald ForestArmy Painter
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
LIGHT GREENAK Interactive
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Wild GreenArmy Painter
ΔE 5.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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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 Plaguetoad Venom 2 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.49).
- Closest overall: Plaguetoad Venom 2 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.49)
- Closest Vallejo: Scorpy Green (72.032) (Delta-E 3.38)
- Closest Army Painter: Emerald Forest (Delta-E 4.39)
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:
- 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-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 Vallejo, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy 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 Vallejo, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy is Scorpy Green (72.032) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.4. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-78 Peridot Alchemy 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.
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