Serif Other Ubpa 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, whimsical, storybook, vintage, quirky, playful, add charm, decorative serif, vintage flavor, display emphasis, distinct terminals, flared serifs, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, curly spur.
A decorative serif with slim proportions, compact counters, and a steady, low-contrast stroke throughout. Serifs are small and bracketed with flared, calligraphic shaping, often ending in rounded or teardrop terminals that give many strokes a soft, hooked finish. The rhythm is slightly irregular in a deliberate way, with idiosyncratic details on curves and joins (notably in the bowls and shoulders) that keep the texture lively while remaining readable at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display text where the distinctive terminals and bracketed serifs can be appreciated. It works well for book covers, posters, packaging, and branding that want a quirky vintage or storybook voice, and can add personality to pull quotes or section headings in editorial layouts.
The overall tone is whimsical and storybook-like, with a vintage, handcrafted flavor. Its curly terminals and gentle flares add charm and personality rather than formality, lending a lightly eccentric, theatrical feel without tipping into extreme novelty.
The design appears intended to modernize a traditional serif base with playful, ornamental terminals and flared serifs, creating a readable display face with a strong signature. The consistent stroke weight and narrow proportions suggest an aim for compact set width and clear silhouette while emphasizing charm through detail.
Uppercase forms lean toward narrow, poster-friendly silhouettes, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward structure accented by curled terminals and small decorative spurs. Numerals follow the same language, mixing restrained stems with expressive curve endings for a cohesive, characterful set.