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The closest cross-brand equivalent to Chemos Purple in the current local catalogue is Hexed Lichen (72.015) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 3.45).
Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.
Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.
Check Delta-E, finish, coverage, and how the substitute behaves with the same primer, wash, and highlight recipe.
Miniature painters most often compare Citadel (Games Workshop), Vallejo Game Color, and other established hobby ranges when they need a close substitute.
Usually yes, but only after a test swatch confirms the finish and layering behaviour stay close enough for the recipe.
The closest Chemos Purple equivalent is Hexed Lichen (72.015) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5). For the Chemos Purple equivalent Vallejo, Hexed Lichen (72.015) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5). The best Chemos Purple Army Painter equivalent is Night Sky Purple (Army Painter) (ΔE 10.0).
This paint conversion chart helps you find the best Chemos Purple equivalent across Citadel, Vallejo and Army Painter.
The closest match provides the most accurate replacement, while other alternatives may show slight differences depending on finish and application.
Always test your paint equivalent on a miniature before applying it to a full army.