Serif Normal Fubum 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, editorial, book covers, pull quotes, classic, formal, assertive, literary, emphasis, tradition, impact, editorial voice, refinement, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, ball terminals, open counters.
This is a slanted, high-contrast serif with a strong calligraphic stress and crisply bracketed serifs. Strokes transition from thick verticals to hairline joins, producing a lively, traditional rhythm and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Capitals are broad and sculpted with sharp wedge-like details, while the lowercase shows oldstyle influences with rounded entry strokes, single-storey forms (notably the ‘g’), and occasional ball terminals. Figures follow the same italic construction, with clear contrast and angled forms that read well at display and subhead sizes.
It performs especially well in editorial settings where emphasis and tradition are desirable—headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and magazine or book-cover typography. It can also work for short passages of emphasized text in longer layouts, where its pronounced contrast and italic construction add hierarchy and character.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a confident, slightly dramatic flavor typical of traditional publishing typography. Its energetic slant and strong contrast give it a refined but assertive voice, suited to expressive text rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended as a robust, expressive italic serif for classic typography, combining oldstyle-inspired lowercase shapes with strong contrast to create a distinctive voice for display and editorial hierarchy. It prioritizes elegance and impact through pronounced modulation, bracketing, and a consistent, energetic slant.
The letterforms maintain consistent slant and contrast across upper- and lowercase, with generous curves and open interior spaces that help keep the dense weight from feeling overly compressed. The design leans on traditional serif conventions while using bold, sweeping italics to add emphasis and motion.