Warrior
33%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Warrior effects are mostly energizing.
Warrior potency is higher THC than average.
Warrior
33%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Warrior effects are mostly energizing.
Warrior potency is higher THC than average.
Warrior is a modern hybrid-indica strain derived from California Indica genetics. Within a cultivation environment, it is categorized as a moderate-difficulty strain that is suited for both indoor and outdoor growing operations. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which reaches maturity after a 50-day flowering cycle. Its genetic lineage has proven to be a foundation for several notable offspring, including Blue Warrior, Cali Warrior, Mercenary, Mohawk, Skunk Warrior, and Tom Hawk.
The chemical profile of Warrior is defined by a complex range of fourteen compounds, led by dominant terpinolene, myrcene, and limonene. Secondary and tertiary contributions from caryophyllene, ocimene, beta-pinene, and humulene provide additional structural nuance to the cultivar, while the profile is rounded out by traces of pinene, guaiol, linalool, bisabolol, nerolidol, camphene, and alpha-terpinene. These molecules work in concert to define the sensory experience of the strain, characterized by its distinct terpene arrangement.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Warrior delivers effects that are consistently noted for being relaxed, calm, and focused. These qualities make it a frequent choice for users seeking support with pain, stress, and sleep. Its established role in the modern market is reinforced by its capacity to serve as a reliable parent for a substantial list of successor strains, cementing its utility in both therapeutic applications and further genetic development.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| terpinolene | ~60% | herbal | creative · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · creative |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Warrior.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent california indica
Offspring — 6 strains bred from Warrior
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Warrior indica or sativa?
Warrior is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Warrior?
Terpinolene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Warrior good for daytime use?
Warrior is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.