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Paint equivalent guide

Blue Gorkshroom 2 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#004487)

Blue Gorkshroom 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blue Gorkshroom 2 equivalent is Mordian Blue (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.6).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Blue Gorkshroom 2.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 2 is Regal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

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

1
Mordian BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Regal BlueArmy Painter
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
Macragge BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
4
Regal BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
Calgar BlueCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Blue Gorkshroom 2?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Blue Gorkshroom 2 in the current local catalogue is Mordian Blue from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 2.61).

  • Closest overall: Mordian Blue (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 2.61)
  • Closest Vallejo: Flat Blue (70.962) (Delta-E 4.85)
  • Closest Army Painter: Regal Blue (Delta-E 2.71)

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

Blue Gorkshroom 2 is a paint from Warhammer. 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.

No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.

Yes, Blue Gorkshroom 2 is currently part of the Warhammer 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.

Blue Gorkshroom 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blue Gorkshroom 2 equivalent is Mordian Blue (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 2.6).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Blue Gorkshroom 2.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 2 is Regal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

Blue Gorkshroom 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Blue Gorkshroom 2 equivalent is Mordian Blue (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 2.6. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Blue Gorkshroom 2. For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 2 is Regal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

Blue Gorkshroom 2 Vallejo equivalent

No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Blue Gorkshroom 2.

Blue Gorkshroom 2 Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Regal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

Blue Gorkshroom 2 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Blue Gorkshroom 2 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Mordian Blue (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 2.6
  • Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
  • Closest Army Painter option : Regal Blue (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.

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