Royal Skywalker: The Intergalactic Indica
Royal Skywalker: The Intergalactic Indica
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Royal Queen Seeds (RQS)
Market Status: The "Force of Nature"; Royal Skywalker is the Royal Queen Seeds iteration of the globally famous Skywalker OG. It is a strain that balances the best of American genetics (OG Kush) with the best of the Old World (Mazar/Blueberry). It is marketed as a powerhouse strain for users who want to disconnect from reality and drift into deep relaxation. With THC levels hitting 25%, it is not for the Padawan learner; it is for the Jedi Master of tolerance.
THC Content: Very High (25%)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Pinene
Key Effects: Deep Relaxation, Euphoric "Lift," Pain Relief, Sleepiness
Royal Skywalker is a strain that commands respect.
It takes the legendary American genetics of the West Coast and infuses them with the fruity hardiness of classic Dutch breeding. The result is a plant that smells like a berry patch growing in a pine forest and hits like a proton torpedo. It is widely regarded as one of the best "End of Day" strains in the RQS catalog, offering a perfect escape from stress, pain, and insomnia.
History and Lineage: The Dark Side and the Light
This strain is a genetic "greatest hits" compilation.
The Mother (Skywalker): A classic cross of Mazar (tough Afghan Indica) and Blueberry (fruity legend). This parent provides the sweet berry aroma and the deep, narcotic physical stone.
The Father (OG Kush): The King of California. It injects the potency, the fuel/pine flavor, and the initial cerebral kick.
The Synthesis: By crossing these two, RQS created a hybrid that retains the "Kush" power but softens the flavor with sweet fruit. It is robust, easy to grow, and consistently potent.
Terpene Profile: Berry, Pine, and Pepper
Royal Skywalker has a complex profile that evolves as you smoke it. It bridges the gap between "Sweet" and "Savory."
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Spice): The dominant terpene. It provides a sharp black pepper and diesel kick that tickles the nose.
Limonene (The Citrus): Adds a subtle lemon zest note that brightens the heavier earth tones.
Pinene (The Forest): A strong pine influence inherited from the OG Kush, giving it a fresh, forest-like scent.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is pungent. It smells of fresh blueberries, damp earth, and spicy diesel fuel.
The Smoke: Rich and expansive. It tastes of sweet fruit, pine sap, and pepper.
Strain Effects: The Hyperspace Jump
Despite being Indica-dominant, the high starts in the stars before crashing back to earth.
The Experience
The Launch: The high hits quickly with a cerebral rush. You feel happy, hazy, and slightly euphoric. It is a "head in the clouds" feeling.
The Drift: Very quickly, the Mazar and Blueberry genetics take over. A wave of warm relaxation spreads through the body.
The Gravity: The physical effects become heavy. It is arguably a couch-lock strain in higher doses. You feel glued to your seat, perfectly content to do nothing.
The Sleep: As the high fades, it leaves you incredibly sleepy, making it a top-tier choice for battling insomnia.
Best For: Evening relaxation, watching movies, meditation, chronic pain relief, and sleep aid.
Growing Royal Skywalker: The Robust Ranger
This is a grower-friendly plant that produces generous yields without much fuss.
Growth Structure
The Height: It grows Medium-Tall. Indoors, it typically reaches 80cm – 130cm. It is manageable but benefits from topping to control the OG-style stretch.
The Yield: Very High. It is a heavy producer, often yielding 550–600g/m² indoors. The buds are dense, frosty, and dark green.
The Time: It finishes flowering in 9 to 10 weeks.
The Resilience: Thanks to the Mazar influence, it is remarkably tough. It handles stress and temperature fluctuations better than pure OG strains.
The Outdoors: It thrives outdoors in warm climates, often finishing in October.
Grower’s Tip: Royal Skywalker responds well to LST (Low Stress Training). By tying down the branches, you can create an even canopy that maximizes light penetration, turning the lower "popcorn" buds into full-sized, berry-scented nuggets.
Final Verdict: The Intergalactic Indica
Royal Skywalker is the strain you look for when you want to turn your brain off and your body on. It offers a luxurious mix of flavors—sweet berries meeting spicy fuel—and a high that is undeniably powerful. If you are looking for a reliable, high-yielding Indica that can defeat the strongest insomnia or the worst bad mood, this is the droid you’re looking for.
You should choose Royal Skywalker if:
You want Deep Relaxation.
You love Berry/Kush flavors.
You need Pain/Sleep Relief.
You want High Yields.
Score: 9.3/10 (The Forceful Indica)