Serif Normal Arloz 14 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan' by Hoftype and 'Quodlibet Serif' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, titles, assertive, vintage, editorial, sporty, dramatic, impact, movement, heritage, display, bracketed, ball terminals, sheared, swashy, calligraphic.
A forceful italic serif with compact, bracketed serifs and a noticeably sheared construction. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin modulation, with swelling curves and sharp, tapered joins that give the letters a carved, punchy silhouette. Terminals frequently end in rounded, ball-like forms (notably in the lowercase), while capitals keep crisper, wedge-like finishes and broad shoulders. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is energetic, with angled entry/exit strokes and lively curves that read strongly at display sizes.
Best suited to short-form display typography such as headlines, posters, titles, and bold editorial pull quotes where its contrast and italic energy can lead the page. It also fits branding and packaging that want a vintage-leaning, high-impact voice, and can work for team or event marks where motion and emphasis are key.
The tone is bold and theatrical, blending old-style print flavor with a competitive, headline-ready energy. Its slanted, high-contrast forms feel dynamic and persuasive, suggesting confident messaging and attention-grabbing emphasis.
The design appears intended as an emphatic, display-oriented italic serif that combines traditional serif cues with a more animated, almost calligraphic finish. Its strong contrast, bracketed serifs, and rounded terminals aim to create a distinctive, memorable texture in large-size text.
The sample text shows strong word-shape contrast and a pronounced rightward momentum, especially in mixed-case settings. Round letters (o, e, g) carry noticeable stress and swelling, while diagonals and arms (k, v, w, x) form sharp, sporty angles that reinforce the forward motion.