Serif Forked/Spurred Idvy 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, logos, gothic, eccentric, dramatic, antique, macabre, ornamentation, thematic mood, display impact, vintage flavor, spurred, forked, ornate, quirky, decorative.
A decorative serif with a narrow footprint and lively, irregular rhythm. Stems are comparatively straight and upright, but many letters introduce distinctive mid‑stem spurs and forked, hooked terminals that read like small barbs or notches along the verticals. Serifs are sharp and tapered rather than blocky, and counters tend to be compact, giving the face a slightly compressed, high-ink-density look in text. Curves (notably in C, G, O, and S) are punctuated by pointed intrusions and slight angular interruptions, creating a deliberately “cut” or chiseled silhouette across the alphabet and figures.
Best suited to headlines and short display settings where the forked terminals can be appreciated. It can work well for posters, packaging, book covers, or logo wordmarks that want an antique or gothic edge, and it’s particularly effective for themed material (horror, fantasy, Victorian, or curious/quirky branding).
The overall tone feels gothic and slightly mischievous—ornamental without becoming calligraphic. The forked details and spurs add a theatrical, old-world flavor that can read as spooky, whimsical, or storybook depending on context.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional serif structure with a consistent system of spurs and forked terminals, creating a recognizable ornamental identity while keeping upright, readable skeletons. The result prioritizes character and atmosphere over neutrality, aiming for distinctive display impact.
In the sample text, the repeated spur motif creates a strong texture line-to-line, with the inner notches becoming a recognizable signature at display sizes. The numerals follow the same decorative logic, pairing classic proportions with pointed terminal accents, which helps maintain stylistic consistency across mixed alphanumeric settings.