Runic Grey: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint Set 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #557989
finish translucent
type speedpaint
family Blue
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Citadel
Frostheart
ΔE 4.4 · close match
Scale75
Inktense Cyan
ΔE 7.1 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Starship Steel
ΔE 7.3 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Blue Glaze
ΔE 14.8 · different color
AK Interactive
Turquoise
ΔE 17.0 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 37.5 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Runic Grey?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Runic Grey is Frostheart (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.4 (close match).
What color is Runic Grey?
Runic Grey is a translucent blue miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #557989 with a translucent finish.