Royal Blue (70.809)
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Magic Blue (72.021) Vallejo Game Color acrylic paint equivalents (#2B5DC0)
Magic Blue (72.021) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Magic Blue (72.021) equivalent is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.0).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Royal Blue (70.809)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Medium Blue (70.963)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Ultramarine Blue (70.839)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Blue Gorkshroom 3Warhammer
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Magic Blue (72.021)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Magic Blue (72.021) in the current local catalogue is Royal Blue (70.809) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 4.22).
- Closest overall: Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 4.22)
- Closest Vallejo: Royal Blue (70.809) (Delta-E 4.22)
- Closest Army Painter: Royal Blue (Delta-E 5.01)
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
Magic Blue (72.021) is a paint from Vallejo Game Color. 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 Royal Blue (70.809) (Delta E 4.22).
Yes, Magic Blue (72.021) is currently part of the Vallejo Game Color 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.
Magic Blue (72.021) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Magic Blue (72.021) equivalent is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.2).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.0).
Magic Blue (72.021) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Magic Blue (72.021) equivalent is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.2. For Army Painter, the closest match to Magic Blue (72.021) is Royal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.0.
Magic Blue (72.021) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.2.
Magic Blue (72.021) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Royal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.0.
Magic Blue (72.021) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Magic Blue (72.021) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Royal Blue (70.809) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.2
- Closest Army Painter option : Royal Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.0
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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