Serif Other Ufsi 9 is a bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, packaging, game ui, futuristic, techy, retro, assertive, quirky, impact, distinctiveness, sci-fi styling, branding, rounded, ink-trap, chamfered, notched, square-cut.
A decorative serif with hefty, rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners, combining broad horizontal sweeps with square-cut terminals. Many joins and interior corners are opened by notches that read like ink traps, creating crisp counters and a machined, modular feel. Curves are largely geometric (oval and capsule-like), while several letters introduce sharp wedges and small spur-like serif hints, producing a hybrid of rounded sans geometry and stylized serif detailing. Spacing and widths vary noticeably across the alphabet, but stroke weight stays steady, giving the design a consistent, solid texture in text.
Best suited for display settings where its distinctive notches and rounded, machined forms can be appreciated—headlines, posters, logos, and packaging. It can also work well for entertainment and technology-themed interfaces or titling, where a retro-futuristic voice is desired.
The overall tone feels futuristic and instrument-like, with a distinct retro-tech flavor reminiscent of sci‑fi interfaces and late-20th-century display lettering. Its notched details and squared terminals add a slightly aggressive, engineered character, while the rounded bowls keep it approachable and playful.
The letterforms appear intended to merge geometric, wide display proportions with stylized serif cues and functional-looking cut-ins, creating a strong, contemporary decorative face. The consistent weight and repeated notch motifs suggest a focus on recognizability and impact rather than neutrality.
The design is highly graphic: counters often appear as rounded slots or squared apertures, and several capitals (notably with open forms like C, G, S) emphasize streamlined horizontal momentum. The numerals match the same capsule-and-notch logic, reinforcing a cohesive, emblematic set for headlines and branding.