Mr.P
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Great reviews. I love that Firdous!
Oud of the Day
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Xerohome
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Borneo Kinam by EO
very nice oud oil. kinamic? yes, it has some bitter, astringent, medicinal notes similar to some notes found in kinam.
I'd see myself grabbing a bottle if it was priced right, but once I was told this oil is sold privately I knew it will cost arm and leg for few grams.
there is some resemblance to EO Oud Mahmoud and EO Sultani: Sekadau oud oils, similar base and heart but different opening.
very nice oud oil. kinamic? yes, it has some bitter, astringent, medicinal notes similar to some notes found in kinam.
I'd see myself grabbing a bottle if it was priced right, but once I was told this oil is sold privately I knew it will cost arm and leg for few grams.
there is some resemblance to EO Oud Mahmoud and EO Sultani: Sekadau oud oils, similar base and heart but different opening.
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TheOudDood
Not that Brandon
Have you tried Malinau from Fushighi?
From what I recall in memory, after owning both, they're the same oil.
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HM Royal Maroke by Sulaym is not just a fragrance—it’s a terrifying force that warps your perception and drowns you in existential dread. From the first breath, it overwhelms with the stench of decay, suffocating all in its path. The thick, resinous base clings like dirt, dragging you deeper into its foul grip. A fleeting floral note only amplifies the chaos, offering no relief—just a false, painful sweetness. This scent doesn’t fade; it scars. HM Royal Maroke is not a fragrance; it’s a nightmare you can’t escape. Avoid at all costs.
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HM Royal Maroke by Sulaym is an enchanting fragrance that feels like a timeless journey into the heart of the earth. The opening is warm and nutty, inviting you to lose yourself in its rich, layered beauty. As it settles, resinous depths emerge, offering warmth and wisdom, while a delicate floral note blooms in the dry down, adding a soft sweetness. It lingers subtly, like a cherished memory, leaving a profound, calming presence. This is not just a scent, but a deeply moving experience, connecting you to something ancient and serene.
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HM Royal Maroke by Sulaym is a fragrance that exists in a space of quiet tension, neither fully embracing nor rejecting you. It is neither a blessing nor a curse, but rather an enigmatic presence that lingers, both curious and perplexing. From the moment it emerges, it challenges the air, quietly demanding attention without overwhelming. The opening is a warm, nutty embrace—grounding, yet distant. It does not engulf, but it invites you to pause, to take in its complex nature.
There is a balance, an equilibrium in the way the scent unfurls. It offers depth without drowning the senses, a resinous base that feels sturdy and familiar, yet never entirely comfortable. It is earthy, but not oppressive, as if tethered to the natural world without becoming consumed by it. There is a certain reverence in its quiet strength, as though it is more of a presence than a perfume.
As the scent develops, a delicate floral note begins to surface—gentle, almost shy. It does not scream for attention, but it does contribute an air of softness to the otherwise resolute composition. There is sweetness, but it does not offer comfort; instead, it weaves itself into the fragrance like a fleeting thought, a subtle touch that does not settle fully into harmony but instead teases the boundaries of what could have been.
HM Royal Maroke lingers without truly remaining, its presence marked by a delicate, unspoken energy that fades in and out, never overstaying its welcome but leaving behind an impression. It is not a fragrance that makes a grand statement, nor does it disappear unnoticed. It exists—neither transcendent nor ignoble, but simply a presence in the air, neither remarkable nor forgettable, but simply what it is.
In the end, to wear HM Royal Maroke is to experience a fragrance that doesn’t fully convince you, but doesn’t completely repel you either. It resides somewhere in between—a neutral force that neither elevates nor diminishes, existing in a quiet space of ambivalence. It’s neither a scent to seek out nor avoid, but something to be experienced for what it is, not for what it could be.
There is a balance, an equilibrium in the way the scent unfurls. It offers depth without drowning the senses, a resinous base that feels sturdy and familiar, yet never entirely comfortable. It is earthy, but not oppressive, as if tethered to the natural world without becoming consumed by it. There is a certain reverence in its quiet strength, as though it is more of a presence than a perfume.
As the scent develops, a delicate floral note begins to surface—gentle, almost shy. It does not scream for attention, but it does contribute an air of softness to the otherwise resolute composition. There is sweetness, but it does not offer comfort; instead, it weaves itself into the fragrance like a fleeting thought, a subtle touch that does not settle fully into harmony but instead teases the boundaries of what could have been.
HM Royal Maroke lingers without truly remaining, its presence marked by a delicate, unspoken energy that fades in and out, never overstaying its welcome but leaving behind an impression. It is not a fragrance that makes a grand statement, nor does it disappear unnoticed. It exists—neither transcendent nor ignoble, but simply a presence in the air, neither remarkable nor forgettable, but simply what it is.
In the end, to wear HM Royal Maroke is to experience a fragrance that doesn’t fully convince you, but doesn’t completely repel you either. It resides somewhere in between—a neutral force that neither elevates nor diminishes, existing in a quiet space of ambivalence. It’s neither a scent to seek out nor avoid, but something to be experienced for what it is, not for what it could be.
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I was inspired by the conversation about ChatGPT to write a few reviews for my oud of the day. one negative, one positive, and one in the middle.
By the way these are shortened versions(shortened by CGPT).
It goes without saying that these are just loosely based on my actual observations of the oil.
By the way these are shortened versions(shortened by CGPT).
It goes without saying that these are just loosely based on my actual observations of the oil.
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Xerohome
True Ouddict
I might grab a sample with my next order 👍🏻
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I don’t know how it compares to Borneo Kinam, but I can tell you that Fushigi Malinau is great. I have sampled it and I want to get more at some point.
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I love Firdous and now I want to try Lao Gold.
BTW I thought his Name was Anas. Have I been getting it wrong?
Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
Lao Gold is really nice. I got a lot of berries when I smelled it though. Reminded me a bit of NamXay from Jinkoh if you’ve ever tried that one. Definitely Lao Gold hits above its weight.
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Never tried either. I have tried a few Laotian oils not too long ago which made me want to try more, even though I didn't want to buy more of the particular ones I tried. They piqued my interest anyway.
Never tried Namxay
Are the berries a bad thing in this case? Berries don't smell bad but you say that like it's a bad thing.
Olfactory Nomad
Smells so Oud
His name is definitely Anas.
Castingshadows
@scentofsamadhi
Oh no it’s not a bad thing at all. I think it’s a fantastic oil. SamiterkiW mentioned apples and pears and I was saying I got berries. It’s worth trying out especially because of what I felt was a blueberry note that I’ve never really smelled before. It was incredible. Very nice stuff. Honey, hay, blueberries, bitter sinensis drydown.
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Sounds great. I’ll try it if I get a chance.
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Al Malek Qadeem
I haven’t used this for some weeks and now I am smelling new facets that I didn’t notice before.
Really interesting and deep and overall amazing oil. Super complex and every facet is so unique that I have trouble describing it.
As much as I love it, it’s so expensive. Hard to justify buying it but I might get myself a little more at some point.
I haven’t used this for some weeks and now I am smelling new facets that I didn’t notice before.
Really interesting and deep and overall amazing oil. Super complex and every facet is so unique that I have trouble describing it.
As much as I love it, it’s so expensive. Hard to justify buying it but I might get myself a little more at some point.
theaphilosophia
True Ouddict
His Olde Trat has the craziest blueberry syrup note. It dominates on top of a roaring oud resin until the dry down.
Makes me think of a big plate of blueberry pancakes covered in oud instead of maple syrup everytime I wear it.
honeybadger
Oud Fan
Sulaym - hm royal cambodi
A lovely mix of dried berries, hay, and leather which to me smells very similar to rpp's koh kong 2018 with a more sour/fermented opening. I really like this a lot, it's not exactly sweet or fruity but rather more like wet tobacco leaves with those nuances. The oil itself is not viscous at all, in fact it's quite watery which made me doubt its performance but I assure you there is no issue in regards to that. 9 hours later I can still smell it on my shirt and as I get my body to warm up, I can catch strong whiffs of it.
A lovely mix of dried berries, hay, and leather which to me smells very similar to rpp's koh kong 2018 with a more sour/fermented opening. I really like this a lot, it's not exactly sweet or fruity but rather more like wet tobacco leaves with those nuances. The oil itself is not viscous at all, in fact it's quite watery which made me doubt its performance but I assure you there is no issue in regards to that. 9 hours later I can still smell it on my shirt and as I get my body to warm up, I can catch strong whiffs of it.
Karim Collects
Oud Connoisseur
EO Meghalaya 1977
Indian oud galore without the usual barn/lactose note. One of the best and I haven’t tried anything like it so far. Dark and leathery. (If anyone can suggest Hindi oils like it to try please let me know)
Fushigi Men Tien
I haven’t tried a lot of Burmese Ouds but if they smell like this then consider me a fan. The one Burmese I tried from Kuwait smelt like curry and was definitely soaked for a long period, the animal note was through the roof.
Out of the 5 samples I ordered, Men Tien, Brunei and Malinau are my favorites. The malinau dry down is amazingly powdery. Although I have to say with all of his oils they smell great but I find them to be weak (Nha Trang & Pursat) or rather intimate. I’m new to these types of oils and I’m still learning so maybe I’m just used to oud oils that project.
Indian oud galore without the usual barn/lactose note. One of the best and I haven’t tried anything like it so far. Dark and leathery. (If anyone can suggest Hindi oils like it to try please let me know)
Fushigi Men Tien
I haven’t tried a lot of Burmese Ouds but if they smell like this then consider me a fan. The one Burmese I tried from Kuwait smelt like curry and was definitely soaked for a long period, the animal note was through the roof.
Out of the 5 samples I ordered, Men Tien, Brunei and Malinau are my favorites. The malinau dry down is amazingly powdery. Although I have to say with all of his oils they smell great but I find them to be weak (Nha Trang & Pursat) or rather intimate. I’m new to these types of oils and I’m still learning so maybe I’m just used to oud oils that project.
Obada
True Ouddict
After reading 3 chatgpt reviews of the same oil I thought someone hacked your account 😂
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