Blackletter Enze 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, album covers, medieval, dramatic, edgy, old-world, energetic, historic evocation, display impact, handcrafted feel, dramatic tone, angular, chiseled, calligraphic, pointed, compact joints.
A slanted, calligraphic blackletter with sharp, faceted terminals and a carved, wedge-like stroke finish throughout. Strokes feel brush- or pen-driven: thick bodies with tapered entries, occasional ink-trap-like notches, and slightly irregular joins that create a lively rhythm. Counters are relatively open for the style, while many curves resolve into angular shoulders and clipped ends, giving letters a chiseled silhouette. The lowercase is especially dynamic, with tall, narrow forms and brisk diagonals; capitals are sturdy and blocky, with simplified internal structure that reads clearly at display sizes. Numerals share the same cut, beveled look, with strong diagonals and abbreviated curves.
This face is well-suited for display typography such as posters, titles, and branding marks where a historic or gothic flavor is desired. It can also work for labels and packaging that benefit from a handcrafted, old-world edge, especially when set large with breathing room.
The overall tone is medieval and theatrical—suggesting guild signage, gothic storytelling, and dramatic headlines. Its sharp edges and brisk slant add urgency and attitude, leaning toward an edgy, energetic voice rather than a delicate or ornamental one.
The design appears intended to evoke hand-rendered blackletter in a more streamlined, punchy form—preserving the pointed, carved character while keeping counters and letterforms readable for modern display use.
Spacing and stroke rhythm produce a strong word shape, but the many pointed terminals and dense joins can create darker clusters in longer passages. It reads best when given generous tracking and ample line spacing, letting the faceted details remain distinct.