Deep Sky Blue (70.844)
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Paint equivalent guide
Blue Gorkshroom 4 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#006CAD)
Blue Gorkshroom 4 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blue Gorkshroom 4 equivalent is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Crystal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Blue Gorkshroom 4?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Blue Gorkshroom 4 in the current local catalogue is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 1.86).
- Closest overall: Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 1.86)
- Closest Vallejo: Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Delta-E 1.86)
- Closest Army Painter: Crystal Blue (Delta-E 2.72)
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 4 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.
The closest Vallejo option is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Delta E 1.86).
Yes, Blue Gorkshroom 4 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 4 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blue Gorkshroom 4 equivalent is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Crystal Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).
Blue Gorkshroom 4 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Blue Gorkshroom 4 equivalent is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9. For Vallejo, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9. For Army Painter, the closest match to Blue Gorkshroom 4 is Crystal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.
Blue Gorkshroom 4 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9.
Blue Gorkshroom 4 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Crystal Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.
Blue Gorkshroom 4 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Blue Gorkshroom 4 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.9
- Closest Vallejo option : Deep Sky Blue (70.844) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.9
- Closest Army Painter option : Crystal 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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