Serif Flared Ekkag 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast serif with slender hairlines, fuller verticals, and distinctly flared, bracketed stroke endings that give the serifs a tapered, calligraphic feel. Capitals are stately and fairly narrow with crisp joins and pointed apexes (notably in A, V, W), while rounds (C, O, Q) are smooth and open with a delicate stress. Lowercase shows a compact, bookish rhythm: two-storey a and g, a moderate x-height, short ascenders, and shaped terminals on letters like c, e, f, and r that sharpen the texture without becoming spiky. Numerals follow the same contrast and refinement, with open counters and thin top strokes that read cleanly at display sizes.
This face fits best in editorial settings such as magazine headlines, feature decks, and pull quotes, where its contrast and flared detailing can be appreciated. It also suits book covers and cultural branding that needs a classic serif voice with a refined, slightly distinctive edge.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, combining classical book typography cues with a slightly more stylized, flared finishing that feels contemporary. It conveys sophistication and authority while staying readable and composed, making it well suited to premium, content-forward design.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif reading voice enhanced by flared, calligraphy-informed terminals for added character and elegance. It aims for a premium, literary impression that performs strongly in display and larger text applications.
Spacing appears even with a relatively tight, consistent cadence, producing a smooth gray in paragraph settings while still letting the contrast sparkle in larger sizes. The italic is not shown; the sample reflects a confident roman with nuanced terminal shaping rather than purely mechanical serifs.