Happy Trails,
The biggest factor in my determination that these are not L is the almost complete lack of mental engagement, spirituality, and altered perceptions. The very strong physical effects and unusual paper (thickness, color, feel, the way it cut) only further supported this hypothesis.
The most prominent characteristic of Sample 1 was the very dominant amphetamine-ish body buzz/tingle. This aspect reminded me of DOM. Music was not enjoyable and I found my attitude wanting to default to a negative position. Just to clarify, not negative as in an out of control or bad trip type but just a general crappy feeling. When engaged in something (conversation, watching tv, etc) this feeling wasn’t necessarily prominent. But if given the opportunity to lay back and drift into ones thoughts the negative would always be at the forefront.
The most prominent characteristic of Sample 2 was the low dose MDMA / MDE-ish body high. It was pleasant with a steady, moderate ‘glow’ that extended into ones general thoughts. (clear but positive) The buzz/tingle and overshadow of unhappiness of Sample 1 was not present. Music was more appealing but less than usual.
Sample 3 didn’t have a single characteristic that really stood out. In fact it seemed to have some aspects of Samples 1 & 2. It had a very faint buzz/tingle with an enjoyable body high early on. As the trip progressed this turned into an uncomfortable, tense feeling especially in the large muscle groups. There was some laughter early on but this also faded with time. Music was the least enjoyable out of the three and background public conversations very distracting. This was the most visual of the samples. Also, I noted that pupil dilation was less than usual.
Hopefully this sheds some light on why I have come to this conclusion. Unfortunately these words are a poor substitute for the experience. I can only add that after over a quarter century of moderate to heavy L use these experiences just were not L.
Lastly, I was able to leverage some connections and get Sample 1 tested. Four specimens were submitted to a lab for TLC. Two were what I would identify as L and two were of Sample 1. Results confirmed two samples of L, one combination of L and an unidentified substance, and the last a completely unidentified substance. Although the lab is quite versed in evaluating recreational drugs identification of the unknown samples exceed the capabilities of TLC.
Unfortunately these services are no longer available to me. If anyone knows of a lab that offers such harm reduction services (obviously outside of the US) I would greatly appreciate a heads up. At this point I would be more than willing to consider dropping some loot on a GC/MS analysis.
TAP