This is a common color; 6 other brands cover it, the nearest being Vallejo Magic Blue at 97 percent. Color-wise this is a vivid, dark blue leaning cool. It builds a smooth gradient with Naggaroth Night underneath and Calgar Blue on the highlights, all in the Citadel line. Treat it as an easy swap, just confirm the finish type matches before you commit.
Macragge Blue equivalents across other brands
The short answer: yes, Macragge Blue has a true equivalent. If the pot runs dry mid project, here is the closest color each brand offers.
Closest Vallejo equivalent: Vallejo Magic Blue, indistinguishable once dry (delta E 0.5).
- Green Stuff World's closest color: Green Stuff World Marine Blue, the same color for practical purposes (delta E 0.8).
- Nearest in the Revell catalog: Revell Ultramarine/Ultramarinblau (RAL 5002), close enough that batch variation matters more (delta E 1.6).
- Best P3 Paints option: P3 Paints Cygnar Blue, close, with a hint of drift side by side (delta E 2.3).
- From Tamiya: Tamiya Royal Blue, a near match with visible drift up close (delta E 3.5).
- The Army Painter's closest color: The Army Painter Gothic Blue, close, with a hint of drift side by side (delta E 4.0).
We checked the Lab numbers for a hidden catch and there is none: lightness and temperature both line up, so this swap is as safe as they come.
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90+Close
80sUsable
<70Mix
Vallejo
Green Stuff World
Revell
P3 Paints
Tamiya
The Army Painter
AK Interactive
Monument Pro Acryl
Humbrol
Scale75
Two Thin Coats
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What is the closest equivalent to Citadel Macragge Blue?
The closest same-finish match is Vallejo Magic Blue at 97% color similarity.
What color is Macragge Blue?
Macragge Blue is a dark vivid blue with a cool undertone (hex #0F3D7C).
What do I highlight and shade Macragge Blue with?
Highlight Macragge Blue toward Calgar Blue and shade it down into Naggaroth Night, both Citadel paints in the same finish family.