Experience Report: 25C-NBOMe


Table of Contents


  1. Introduction
  2. Setting and Time
  3. The Experience Timeline
    • T0:00 – Initial Effects
    • T0:30 – Early Effects
    • T0:40 – Heightened Sensations
    • T0:45 – Intensified Visuals
    • T0:50 – Full Onset of Effects
    • T0:55 – Hallucinatory Visions and Sensory Distortions
    • T1:00 – Visual and Physical Changes
  4. Conclusion



Introduction


This experience report documents the subjective effects of consuming 25C-NBOMe, a powerful hallucinogenic compound belonging to the NBOMe family. The account follows the effects from the moment of consumption to the peak of the experience. The environment, sensations, and visuals observed throughout the trip are described in detail, providing insight into the profound and often overwhelming effects of the substance.



Setting and Time


  • Setting: Dark bedroom
  • Time: 2:36 AM



The Experience Timeline


T0:00 – Initial Effects


Upon ingesting the tab, the first noticeable effect is its extremely bitter taste, described as highly unpleasant and reminiscent of chemicals. The taste is so strong that it causes the tongue to feel numb.


T0:30 – Early Effects


Around 30 minutes into the experience, the effects begin to manifest. A sense of lightheadedness and mild euphoria takes over, as the user starts feeling "high." Visual distortions are subtle at this stage, with faint, colorful patterns appearing on surfaces, almost as if an overlay is added to the surroundings.


T0:40 – Heightened Sensations


At this point, the effects intensify. The user reports feeling "very high," similar to the sensations experienced after smoking a large amount of cannabis. The visuals remain at a low level but are now accompanied by a general sense of lightheadedness, euphoria, and a feeling of being dazed. The thought processes become altered, mirroring the cognitive effects typically associated with marijuana use.


T0:45 – Intensified Visuals


The visuals begin to escalate rapidly. The user describes the surroundings as "breathing" and "vibrating," with an overwhelming sensation of resonance between themselves and the environment. Even though the room is dark, the visual experience is vibrant, and sources of light take on a rainbow halo. Light-colored surfaces acquire a rainbow sheen, while dark objects blur into ambiguous shapes. Teeth grinding becomes noticeable, prompting the user to chew gum to alleviate the discomfort.


T0:50 – Full Onset of Effects


As the experience reaches its peak, the visuals become even more pronounced. Fractal patterns appear in the user's field of vision, covering every surface, especially in areas with uniform colors or darkness. The patterns consist of swirling shapes and mirrored forms, while tracers follow every movement. Objects warp, stretch, vibrate, and distort. A feeling of rocking, as if on a boat, takes hold.


An owl formed from fractals appears on the ceiling, watching the user intently. The ceiling itself transforms into a grid that stretches into infinity, with each square containing spiraling, flashing shapes. Beams of light crisscross the ceiling, and random flashes of light occur in the periphery of the user's vision.


The fractals are described as synthetic, with sharp edges and angles, unlike the more organic patterns typically associated with other psychedelics. The user's computer screen also distorts, with text warping and swirling, while white spaces are filled with pulsating rings of rainbow colors.


T0:55 – Hallucinatory Visions and Sensory Distortions


At this stage, the visual distortions intensify. Large, rainbow-colored ghost images begin to appear throughout the field of view. These apparitions take the form of holograms, and notably, large flying insects such as hornets, wasps, and beetles. These creatures do not induce fear; rather, they evoke happiness as they circle the user.


Soon after, these insect-like figures are replaced by giant, armored figures. These apparitions appear in translucent, rainbow hues and are clad in overly large fantasy armor, featuring excessive spikes and adornments. These figures stand stoically in the room, observing the user, creating an eerie yet fascinating atmosphere.


Other visual distortions persist, with everything the user looks at becoming blurry, followed by fractals and flashing colors. The experience of the room "breathing" becomes more intense, with the user feeling hot, moist breath from their surroundings. The walls themselves seem to inhale and exhale, further enhancing the sensation of the room being a living entity.


T1:00 – Visual and Physical Changes


The user shifts focus to the bedsheets, which feature circular patterns. Upon closer inspection, human faces appear within each circle, with expressions that are hostile and staring at the user in an unfriendly manner. Despite the unsettling nature of these faces, the user feels no particular fear and even returns their gaze.


The computer keyboard undergoes further transformations, with keys changing in size and shape. The lights on the keyboard emit rainbow spirals, which, while captivating, make typing difficult. The visuals continue to be the most dominant aspect of the experience, with very little body load felt by the user. However, the sensation of being on a "boat" persists, and the user experiences difficulty standing due to numbness in the legs, which feel as though they’ve been sitting on for too long. When attempting to walk, balance is difficult, leading the user to sit back down.


Upon sitting, a sensation of heaviness overcomes the user, as though their body is filled with liquid and sloshing around. This feeling, however, fades quickly.



Conclusion


The experience of 25C-NBOMe is marked by intense visual and sensory distortions, as well as a strong sense of disconnection from physical reality. From the onset of lightheadedness and colorful patterns to the overwhelming hallucinatory visions of fractals, ghostly figures, and shifting landscapes, the substance creates a vivid, often surreal experience. The altered cognitive states and physical sensations, such as numbness and difficulty with balance, contribute to the overall disorienting nature of the trip. The sensory overload, combined with the feeling of the environment becoming a living entity, paints a complex picture of the effects of 25C-NBOMe.