Mystic Blue: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · Xpress Color · 72.411. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #004A87
finish translucent
type contrast
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
Space Wolves Grey
ΔE 4.0 · close match
Army Painter
Highlord Blue
ΔE 4.1 · close match
Scale75
Inktense Blue
ΔE 4.3 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Tempest Blue Wash
ΔE 8.6 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 13.0 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 29.1 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Mystic Blue?
The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Mystic Blue is Space Wolves Grey (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.0 (close match).
What color is Mystic Blue?
Mystic Blue is a translucent blue miniature paint from Vallejo (Xpress Color), code 72.411. Its screen color is approximately #004A87 with a translucent finish.