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SC-90 Ruby Alchemy Scale75 iridescent paint equivalents (#C02048)
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-90 Ruby Alchemy equivalent is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Blood Chalice (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Eye of Terror 2Warhammer
ΔE 2.8slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Blood RedCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.1significant colour distance -- test before committing3
Violet Red (72.017)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 6.4significant colour distance -- test before committing4
Blood ChaliceArmy Painter
ΔE 6.5significant colour distance -- test before committing5
Red GoreCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 6.5significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-90 Ruby Alchemy?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy in the current local catalogue is Eye of Terror 2 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.77).
- Closest overall: Eye of Terror 2 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.77)
- Closest Vallejo: Violet Red (72.017) (Delta-E 6.42)
- Closest Army Painter: Blood Chalice (Delta-E 6.51)
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-90 Ruby 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 Violet Red (72.017) (Delta E 6.42).
Yes, SC-90 Ruby 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-90 Ruby Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-90 Ruby Alchemy equivalent is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 6.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Blood Chalice (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-90 Ruby Alchemy equivalent is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 6.4. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 6.4. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is Blood Chalice (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 6.4.
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Blood Chalice (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, SC-90 Ruby Alchemy reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. SC-90 Ruby Alchemy has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how SC-90 Ruby Alchemy reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
SC-90 Ruby Alchemy is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on SC-90 Ruby Alchemy must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. SC-90 Ruby Alchemy may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 6.4
- Closest Vallejo option : Violet Red (72.017) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 6.4
- Closest Army Painter option : Blood Chalice (Army Painter) – ΔE 6.5
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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