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Paint equivalent guide
Stormwolf Blue 5 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#87AFB9)
Stormwolf Blue 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stormwolf Blue 5 equivalent is Astronomicon Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Pastel Blue (70.901) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Ice Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.5).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Pastel Blue (70.901)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
DEEP SKY BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 5.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
SKY BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 6.5significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Stormwolf Blue 5?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Stormwolf Blue 5 in the current local catalogue is Astronomicon Grey from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 4.32).
- Closest overall: Astronomicon Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 4.32)
- Closest Vallejo: Pastel Blue (70.901) (Delta-E 5.78)
- Closest Army Painter: Ice Blue (Delta-E 5.49)
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
Stormwolf Blue 5 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 Pastel Blue (70.901) (Delta E 5.78).
Yes, Stormwolf Blue 5 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.
Stormwolf Blue 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stormwolf Blue 5 equivalent is Astronomicon Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Pastel Blue (70.901) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Ice Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.5).
Stormwolf Blue 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stormwolf Blue 5 equivalent is Astronomicon Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 4.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Pastel Blue (70.901) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to Stormwolf Blue 5 is Ice Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.5.
Stormwolf Blue 5 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Pastel Blue (70.901) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.8.
Stormwolf Blue 5 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Ice Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.5.
Stormwolf Blue 5 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Stormwolf Blue 5 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Astronomicon Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Pastel Blue (70.901) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Ice Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.5
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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