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Strain Analysis: Starfighter

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Cultivar Dossier

Starfighter

An indica-leaning hybrid of verifiable historical significance, prized for pine-citrus OG character and steadying body calm.

Type

Indica-dominant Hybrid

Flavor Tags

Pine · Lemon Zest · Earth

Top Terps

Limonene • Caryophyllene • Myrcene

Abstract

Bred by Alien Genetics circa 2010, Starfighter helped codify the modern pine-citrus OG experience with a more contemplative, body-forward arc. This dossier captures lineage context, terpene fingerprinting, and practical guidance so frontliners can set expectations confidently: uplift up top, grounded calm beneath, and a composed glide down.

Historical Provenance

Circa 2010: Released by Alien Genetics; coveted among collectors for its relaxed-euphoric signature.
Mid-2010s: Original drop discontinued, raising demand and lore; later expressions via F2s/crosses (e.g., Exotic Genetix).
Present Day: Recognized as a heritage-leaning hybrid with enduring OG appeal.

Provenance Score

Well-Documented

Terpene Fingerprint & Effects

Limonene Citrus, Lemon Peel

Mood elevation; brightens the top-notes and early headspace.

Caryophyllene Pepper, Resin

Grounding body tone; perceived anti-stress support.

Myrcene Herbal, Earth

Relaxation; smooths the glide into body calm.

COA Snapshot

Total THC: ~22–26%

Top Terps: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene

Safety: PASS (verify current batch COA)

Effects Timeline

Onset (0–15m)
Peak (30–90m)
Come-down (90–150m)

The Ethos Matrix: Comparative Cultivars

For a Similar Effect Profile:

Wedding Cake (GSC × Cherry Pie)

Euphoric lift into thorough body relaxation; evening-friendly.

For a Similar Terpene Profile:

OG Kush

Classic earthy-pine with lemon; Myrcene/Limonene/Caryophyllene triad.

Curated Pairings & Setting

Context shapes chemistry. These pairings amplify the cultivar’s native arc.

Activity

Creative writing, stargazing, immersive listening, long-form film. Keep stimuli rich, pace unhurried.

Auditory

Ambient electronic or instrumental jazz; textures over hooks to underline the contemplative arc.

Palate

Lemon tart, herbal teas (rosemary, pine), citrus-zest desserts; avoid heavy fats that flatten the top-notes.

Memorize this: pair pine-lemon aromatics with bright, textural soundscapes. Guests will remember “pine + ambient = Starfighter.”

Budtender’s Ethos: Final Takeaway

Position Starfighter as heritage-credible and effect-honest: clear lift on the inhale, grounded body ease on the exhale. Ideal for evening decompression and reflective focus. When in doubt, let the pine-lemon OG character do the talking.