In the pot, Abyss Blue reads as a cool blue, very dark and vivid. For highlights, the next step up in the Green Stuff World range is Liche Purple. Substitutes are thinner on the ground; Citadel Kantor Blue is the nearest same-finish option at 97 percent, with 2 brands in strong-match range. Expect a close but not identical result from a swap, so check it on the model before committing a whole unit.
Abyss Blue equivalents across other brands
The short answer: yes, Abyss Blue has a true equivalent. If the pot runs dry mid project, here is the closest color each brand offers.
Closest Citadel equivalent: Citadel Kantor Blue, indistinguishable once dry (delta E 0.7).
- Nearest in the Revell catalog: Revell Night Blue (RAL 5022), a usable stand-in rather than a twin (delta E 4.1).
- Best Vallejo option: Vallejo Ultramarine Blue, workable at tabletop distance, not up close (delta E 5.5).
- From Humbrol: Humbrol Matt Oxford Blue, a usable stand-in rather than a twin (delta E 6.3).
- The P3 Paints pick: P3 Paints Exile Blue, workable at tabletop distance, not up close (delta E 6.8).
- Nearest in the Monument Pro Acryl catalog: Monument Pro Acryl Dark Grey Blue, a usable stand-in rather than a twin (delta E 7.1).
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.
How to read the score
90+Close
80sUsable
<70Mix
Citadel
Revell
Vallejo
Humbrol
P3 Paints
Monument Pro Acryl
AK Interactive
The Army Painter
Tamiya
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What is the closest equivalent to Green Stuff World Abyss Blue?
The closest same-finish match is Citadel Kantor Blue at 97% color similarity.
What color is Abyss Blue?
Abyss Blue is a very dark vivid blue with a cool undertone (hex #00144D).
What do I highlight and shade Abyss Blue with?
The next step up for highlighting Abyss Blue is Liche Purple in the Green Stuff World range. Nothing sits directly below it in the same lane, so reach for a wash to shade.