Serif Normal Ihnir 2 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, academic, publishing, brand heritage, classic, literary, formal, traditional, readability, tradition, authority, text economy, refinement, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle, compact.
This serif has compact proportions with a steady vertical stance and moderate stroke modulation. Serifs are small and sharply defined, often with a slightly flared, wedge-like finish that gives joins and terminals a crisp bite. The curves are smooth and controlled, while many letters show subtle calligraphic inflections—especially in diagonals and the tapered ends on forms like C, S, and W. Lowercase shapes feel traditional with a two-storey a, a single-storey g, and narrow counters that keep the texture tight in continuous text.
It suits long-form reading and structured typography such as books, essays, journals, and editorial layouts where a compact, traditional serif texture is desirable. It can also support heritage-leaning branding, invitations, or headings when a refined, classical voice is needed without extreme contrast.
Overall it reads as classic and bookish, with a slightly incisive, old-world tone. The sharp terminals add a hint of drama, but the rhythm remains conventional and composed, making it feel trustworthy and established rather than decorative.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif that prioritizes a steady reading rhythm while adding character through pointed, slightly flared terminals and controlled modulation. It aims to feel traditional and authoritative, with enough sharpness in detail to stay lively in display sizes.
Spacing and rhythm create a dense, even color on the page, with capitals that feel strong and slightly sculpted. Numerals follow the same serifed, tapered logic, keeping the set cohesive for text-oriented settings.