Hero

A beautiful half-sibling to Tiziana Terenzi's Laudano Nero. I'm shocked this note breakdown doesn't have beeswax or honeycomb in it. This does have a tobacco quality similar to Tom ford's Tobacco oud as well, but less polarizing I feel. It is smooth, smooth, smooth and refined. Expertly blended with a hint of nuttiness and smooth leatheriness from the saffron. The coffee isn't very present for me but the forest-aspects of the cypriol and fir combine all together to give me a "cool evening with a cigar about to be lit in a luxury cabin" kind of vibe. All in all, a strong tobacco dominant scent with a darkness and richness not commonly found, and with a restraint shown on the sweetness that few are bold enough to commit to. Scent: 9/10 damn near flawless for my tastes but also worthy as a composition on it's own merits. If you like Laudano Nero, tobacco oud, sospiro classica, or slumberhouse norne then you may really love this. Sillage: 6/10 it isn't the most potent cloud or following train but it has a decent presence for several hours. Projection: 6/10 at rest this has a potency for a fairly dense cloud that you will catch whiffs of for a few hours. Longevity: 7/10 a solid seven hours with up to five being "useful" to me. Not as potent as Vanquish or Iceni, but quite acceptable. Final verdict: would I buy another bottle? Yes. It is a European exclusive release so getting it in the states is very difficult and pricey but if you get the chance, give it a shot.

This house has produced a sizable numbers of 5 star fragrances. Hero belongs in this group. The notes are beautifully blended. Each stage is wonderful: Coffee, Rhubarb, Indian Oud, and many others combine to make this classy and strong, but not in any way overpowering. I am shocked by some of the low ratings. Are we smelling the same fragrance? I would wear this mostly in winter/fall and at night. If those who are seeking compliments this one may be one you should try. I love it sitting at home or at an elegant gathering. I would encourage people who enjoy this house to at least sample it. The only downside is its price.

Breathtaking powdery masculine Oriental from Boadicea. The perfume opens with a nice coffee note surrounded by hints of hazelnut, saffron, rhubarb and ylang-ylang. The heart is another nice sandalwood and tobacco along with tonka bean, patchouli and rose. The perfume settles on a powdery benzoin base surrounded by hints of Indian oud, fir, cypriol and guaiac wood. A dominant perfume suited for bold personalities but with a real sweetness to it, this masculine leaning scent has pronounced sillage and projection and excellent longevity. Enjoy!

This fragrance is a very solid addition from Boadicea. It is sweet, woodsy, spicy, and warm. The hazelnut, tobacco, and Tonka blend well together with the slight bit of coffee and the base of woods. It smells devine, has moderate to solid performance, and is unisex leaning masculine. I'm not going to write a novel here or have chatgpt do it for me like some of the folks below so I will just leave it at this is a great fragrance. Get your nose on it. One of the best from the house. Always sample or try a decant first but Hero is fantastic.

What a beautiful Fragrance. For the first 30 minutes I get a strong oud with mild incense in the background, the oud smells natural and not the synthetic one. After 30 to 40 minutes the incense and oud calm down and you are left with the most alluring sweet resinous oud and mild tobacco. It last all day and be careful with the trigger since this is a very potent composition.

Hero by Boadicea the Victorious: A Dual Symphony of Power and Warmth Hero by Boadicea the Victorious is a fragrance that transcends mere scent; it embodies character, depth, and elegance. It is the olfactory portrait of someone who leads with quiet confidence and magnetic charm. This unisex creation blends warmth, mystery, and sophistication, making it an undeniable statement in any setting. The Aroma Experience: The opening is a luxurious embrace of hazelnut and coffee, offering a comforting warmth, balanced by the tangy freshness of rhubarb and the exotic spice of saffron. These notes create a perfect tension—cozy yet intriguing, sweet but sophisticated. A touch of ylang-ylang adds a creamy floral softness, ensuring a smooth and seamless introduction. As it develops, Hero reveals its heart: a rich blend of Virginia tobacco, tonka bean, and rose, layered with the earthy warmth of patchouli and the creamy smoothness of sandalwood. This stage feels enveloping, like a luxurious cloak that soothes while commanding attention. The dry-down is where Hero shines most. Indian oud, guaiac wood, and benzoin merge with smoky labdanum and cypriol, crafting a resinous, balsamic base that lingers intimately close to the skin. This phase speaks of depth, grounding, and timeless sophistication. When and Where to Wear It: • Temperature and Seasons: Best suited for cooler weather, between 10°C and 20°C. It thrives in autumn and winter, where its warmth can envelop without overwhelming. • Occasions: Ideal for formal events, significant gatherings, or reflective moments. Its richness and complexity make it a statement fragrance, best worn when you want to leave a lasting impression. What It Transmits: Hero tells a story of duality: power and gentleness, mystery and approachability. Those who smell it on you perceive confidence, refinement, and a sense of quiet authority. It’s a fragrance that intrigues without overwhelming, drawing people into your sphere with its complexity and warmth. Hero is for those who walk with quiet strength and undeniable presence. It wraps you in a cocoon of warmth and sophistication, leaving an aura of intrigue and charisma. It is more than a scent—it is a reflection of character, a statement of individuality.

Well,,,,,,,,,,,,, I'll be honest and frank: it's no Hero. It's not a Zero, for sure but I'm not really loving this one at all given this Brand's stature and the name here. I get virtually no semblance of coffee, rhubarb(??) or creamy-nutty Tonka. It's a full-on smoky leather! Rich in it's delivery but that ''bitter rubbery tyre'' effect of the hide is up front and centre and not out to play and flirt - it's there to assert. 30 minutes in, with Boadicea's The king on my other hand in this face-off (under even more scrutiny from me due to it's name and the Plum note I'm pinning high hopes for) - it doesn't soften - and so loses the battle. Whereas the King rather quickly settles and mellows out into a rich and warm stone-fruit / European spice blend that won me over. Very disappointing: not a gourmand by any means, it's almost as if Boadicea decanted the wrong juice in for me but I do get a warming and smooth coffee-spiced aroma from the nozzle. Sigh; but it's the puddle on my hand that counts. My rating: 4/10.

hazelnut, tobacco, tonka, and coffee. It's a smokey pleasure for coffee, hazelnut, and tonka. It's slightly like a leathery sweet but more tobacco and smoke. It has a backstaged rhubarb, and resinous factor. Quite an impressive blend to be honest as i didn't like it when i first sprayed it on but when it settled it just captivated me.... but i still didn't recover from their busted fashionista line that they created for one makeup instegramer! i heard they regret taking that step cause their only intention of that step was money digging. Well.. everyone makes mistakes & it's good when you confess your faults.

The Opening is nothing special, for about 20 min the best part of the scent is when the mid start pushing in and change the trajectory of the fragrance. Smooth and not offensive, sillage is ok, longevity could be better. The king outperform it in all sense for reference. In terms of hazelnut and opening, bodacious is absolute superior against hero. Hero is good for colder season and I would say is versatile. The drydown is nice for that reason is worth it.

A nice woody, nutty, benzoin, tobacco fragrance with distant coffee, rhubarb,. saffron, rose, and sandalwood. As this dries the smoky, fir note develops and becomes one of the more prominent notes. The DNA has potential and I am pleased upon my first wear. I would at least consider a decant for now, but not sure about a full bottle. I don't smell a note here that demands a $320 price tag

Very close to complex Very very masculine. Labdanum overload in this one. I do not smell the tobacco or the coffee. It did not develop well for me and the powdery aspect destroyed it. Performance was average unlike other Boadiceas. No compliments. Only for mature noses. Could be repulsive to some. Very disappointed

Am I crazy of this smells similar to móntales , intense cafe !!!!!!!!? Less vanilla but very similar ... just got it and smells similar and i already have intense cafe , and roses vanille hahahahahaha I’m disappointed:(

I agree with the person below about Mocha Wood by Fragrance World. Identical notes. To me it's like a less sweet Intense Café. I wouldn't call it particularly masculine though.

Another gem from Boadicea! The coffee and tobacco mix perfectly.

Just get Mocha Wood by Fragrance World. You’ll thank me later.