Serif Normal Pokev 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Delvona' by Great Studio, 'Ysobel' by Monotype, 'Rasbern' by Nasir Udin, 'Orbi' by ParaType, and 'Evans' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, book covers, editorial, magazine, posters, traditional, authoritative, literary, formal, classic revival, editorial impact, traditional tone, print-oriented, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, wedge serifs, ball terminals.
A sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and distinctly bracketed, wedge-like serifs. The forms show a calligraphic influence in their swelling curves and tapered joins, with compact bowls and softly triangular terminals. Counters are moderately open, while curves (notably in C, G, and S) carry a slightly organic, hand-shaped tension rather than rigid geometry. The lowercase has a moderate x-height with clear ascenders and descenders; the italic is not present in the samples, and the overall texture reads dense and dark at text sizes.
It suits display and editorial settings where a classic serif voice is needed—magazine headlines, section openers, book covers, and pull quotes. The dense color and crisp contrast also make it effective for branding and packaging that aims for a traditional, established feel.
The tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and tradition with a slightly bookish warmth. Its strong contrast and substantial serifs give it a confident, headline-ready presence while still feeling rooted in conventional text typography.
The design appears intended as a contemporary take on a traditional book serif: familiar proportions and readable structure paired with sharper contrast and expressive, bracketed serifs to deliver impact in larger sizes while maintaining a conventional text-serif rhythm.
Several letters show distinctive shaping that adds personality—such as the angled entry strokes and tapered terminals, and a 'g' with a prominent ear and a compact lower bowl. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with sturdy stems and crisp terminals that keep them visually consistent in running text.