Blackletter Tunu 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, mastheads, posters, packaging, logos, gothic, medieval, ceremonial, authoritative, dramatic, heritage, gravitas, ornament, tradition, impact, angular, broken strokes, calligraphic, compact, crisp terminals','decor–.
A compact blackletter with tall vertical emphasis, angular construction, and crisp broken strokes. Stems are firm and straight with wedge-like serifs and sharp terminals, while bowls and diagonals are reduced into faceted segments typical of gothic forms. Spacing is tight and rhythmically patterned, producing strong texture in words; capitals are more ornate with flourishing internal turns, while lowercase stays more restrained and columnar.
Best suited for display use such as titles, mastheads, posters, album/merch graphics, and packaging where a historic or gothic tone is desired. It can work well for short passages, pull quotes, or inscriptions at larger sizes, and pairs effectively with a simple serif or sans for supporting text in editorial or branding layouts.
This face evokes a historic, ceremonial mood with a stern, authoritative voice. The pointed terminals and broken strokes bring a gothic, manuscript-like atmosphere that can feel dramatic, mysterious, and slightly ominous depending on setting.
The design appears intended to reproduce a classic gothic bookhand texture: dense vertical rhythm, sharp pen-like joins, and decorative capitals that stand out in headings. It prioritizes atmosphere and historical character over neutral readability, aiming to deliver instant period signaling and strong typographic presence.
The sample text shows strong word-shape texture and pronounced blackletter cadence, with capitals carrying additional flourish and internal detailing. Numerals follow the same pointed, fractured styling, keeping the set visually consistent for date- or chapter-style applications.