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Dark Lord Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Lord EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
M Gender U
2018 Year 2023
££££ Price Tier £££££
Hacivat Oud Extrait bottle Hacivat Oud Extrait

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dark Lord EDP
This one's a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that promises intensity. With its beast-mode projection and longevity, By Kilian's Dark Lord is definitely not for the faint of heart, or for someone who wants to blend in. It's an acquired taste, but once acquired, it's addictive.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Hacivat Oud Extrait
This one is a proper 'oud-at-your-own-risk' fragrance, dividing opinion sharply. Some call it a masterpiece, others a mess. It's potent, challenging, and not for the faint of heart, but those who appreciate genuine oud will find something compelling here.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Dark Lord EDP
Hacivat Oud Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 25% vs 42%
Only in Hacivat Oud
Frankincense 58%

Accords

Dark Lord Hacivat Oud
100%
Woody
94%
Oud
100%
55%
Fresh Spicy
99%
89%
Leather
Sweet
85%
Fruity
80%
Citrus
77%
Patchouli
75%
73%
Earthy
74%
Fresh
71%
64%
Aromatic
54%
Animalic
52%
Smoky
52%
Green
49%
Rum
Woody shared
100%
94%
Oud
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
55%
99%
89%
85%
80%
77%
75%
Earthy shared
73%
74%
71%
64%
54%
52%
52%
Rum
49%

Performance

Dark Lord Hacivat Oud
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Dark Lord

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and dark, commanding profile, Dark Lord is too intense for office or casual wear. It suits evening dates and formal events where its luxurious and bold character can shine without overpowering; however, some users noted its divisive nature may mean it won't please everyone, even in such settings.

Hacivat Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance and strong, animalic oud, this is far too intense for office wear or casual daytime activities. Its luxurious depth makes it ideal for formal events and special date nights, where its bold character can truly shine.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
81%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, earthy, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Dark Lord EDP
Hacivat Oud Extrait
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