Blackletter Igpe 10 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, book covers, medieval, gothic, storybook, mysterious, dramatic, period mood, display impact, handcrafted feel, ornamentation, thematic branding, angular, sharp, ornate, wedge serif, broken strokes.
A decorative display face with blackletter-leaning, broken-stroke construction and pronounced contrast between thick vertical masses and tapered, wedge-like terminals. Letterforms are compact and irregular in rhythm, with angular curves, notched joins, and calligraphic stress that creates a carved, faceted look. Bowls and counters are often pinched or diamond-like, and many characters end in sharp points or spur-like flicks, giving the alphabet a lively, hand-drawn consistency rather than strict geometric repetition. Figures follow the same sculpted treatment, with bold silhouettes and pointed entry/exit strokes.
Best suited for short, prominent settings such as posters, titles, chapter heads, album art, and themed branding where atmosphere matters more than neutrality. It can also work on labels or packaging for fantasy, medieval, or craft-themed products, especially when paired with generous tracking and ample line spacing.
The overall tone feels medieval and dramatic, evoking illuminated manuscripts, tavern signage, and fantasy lore. Its sharp edges and broken curves add a slightly ominous, spellbook-like character, while the playful irregularity keeps it approachable and story-driven rather than purely formal.
The design appears intended to capture a blackletter-inspired calligraphic look with a hand-cut, faceted silhouette, prioritizing character and theme. It aims to deliver strong visual identity and period mood through sharp terminals, broken strokes, and bold, high-contrast forms.
The texture becomes quite dark in paragraphs due to dense forms and narrow interior spaces, so spacing and size will strongly affect legibility. Uppercase letters read as emblematic and sign-like, while lowercase retains a consistent gothic flavor with distinctive, pointed silhouettes.