Please pardon the profanity in the title, but this toy has Earned. It.

The Elysium has been on my wish list for a long time. Based on the specs (7 inches of insertable length, 1 1/2 inch diameter, textured and angled for G-spot stimulation) it's basically my ideal vibrator, so obviously I had to get it. My first impression: it was bigger than I anticipated - the specs weren't off, just my ability to conceptualize them - and heavy, which is typical for large vibes like this one. Nevertheless, it was nicely made.The silicone isn't as satiny as some of my other vibrators, but the construction is lovely. The Elysium is also firmer than many of the vibrators I own - it can be bent if you press on it with your hand, but doesn't have the easy give that softer, more flexible vibes do.
There is only one control button; hold it for a second or two to turn the toy on or off, and press to cycle through the different modes. The seamless charging port is built into the base - don't freak out if it takes quite a bit of pressure to get the charger in the first time, as it did for me; you won't break the toy!

Now that I've run through the specs, let me tell you what an absolute rollercoaster this toy was.

Holy. Sh*t. I already mentioned that this toy is perfect for me on paper, but I was not expecting to be knocked out of the park on my very first use. The low-level vibrations aren't anything crazy, but let me tell you that this thing can get INTENSE. Because of the strength of the vibrations, it is slightly noisier than some of my other vibes when on the higher speeds, but gets fairly quiet once under the blanket and/or inserted.

Lube is definitely recommended, since it's a fairly thick toy and doesn't have that ultra-smooth glide. The bumps on the shaft stimulate every inside inch of you, and the upturned tip is PERFECT for hitting the G-spot dead-on.

There aren't many penetrative vibes that can make my eyes roll all on their own, but I swear to you, my toes were curling in *seconds* without even touching my clit. The thick, bulging shaft filled me out to perfection, and the G-spot simulation was unbelievable. At full speed, actually thrusting it in and out was so intense I almost couldn't stand to keep going - although, I also couldn't stand to stop. So in other words: if you're into overstimulation or forced orgasms (whether giving or receiving), you NEED this toy. When I did add in clit stimulation, I came in under a minute, literally an unheard-of feat for me.

Of all the sex toys I've tried out (read: a lot) the Elysium has the most impressive performance right out of the gate. It has skyrocketed to the top of my "favorite toys" list, and I can't wait to use it in more playtimes.

The Elysium truly has not let me down. Surfing between different modes and intensities is great for foreplay and teasing, whether your blissful torment is being inflicted by a partner or yourself. For a quickie, the high-intensity option is sure to fulfill your needs in record time.
Since I practically require blended orgasms, I do like to add a vibrator to my clit when using this toy, and LORD ALMIGHTY it is a whole 'nother world. I cannot emphasize enough how well the vibrations combine with the bulged shaft and upturned tip to turn me to jelly, and when a C-spot vibe is thrown into the mix? Hang up the phone because I'm a goner.

The vibrations are spread out extremely well in this toy and can be felt evenly all the way down the shaft. The intensity depends on which speed you have it on; it varies from a low "2" to a very solid "3". There is definitely something for everybody, from those who can't handle strong stimulation to those who want their vibes to make their legs shake.
I'm a big fan of using penetrative vibes for clit stimulation, but in this case, I'm going to advocate that the Elysium be used exactly as intended. That's not to say that it couldn't be used for external stimulation (in fact, the bent tip makes it a good candidate for C-spot use); however, it's simply SO GOOD at what it's meant to do that it would feel almost wasteful to use it for anything else.

My orgasms from this toy are of the incredible, thigh-shaking, sheet-clutching, back-arching, lip-biting kind. Sadly, I've only been able to use the Elysium solo thus far, but I am eagerly awaiting the day that I get to explore it with a partner; I've never found a toy that makes overstimulation so incredibly easy. If you've been known to squirt, be prepared to lay down a towel or two because the bulls-eye G-spot stim and the orgasmic massage of the bulged shaft mean that you are in danger of getting wet.