Serif Normal Ompu 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, book covers, warm, vintage, folksy, sturdy, bookish, classic revival, warmth, robust readability, vintage flavor, display strength, bracketed, soft serif, bulb terminals, ink-trap feel, round-shouldered.
A sturdy serif design with rounded, bracketed serifs and generously softened corners that give the letterforms a slightly “inked” impression. Strokes are fairly even with a gentle contrast, and many terminals end in subtle teardrop or bulb-like shapes, especially visible in letters like C, J, S, and a. The proportions lean classic and readable, with open counters, a moderate x-height, and a compact, well-filled texture that stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals. Curves are full and slightly squarish in places (notably in O/0 and 8), while diagonals (V, W, X) remain sturdy and stable rather than razor-sharp.
It works well for headlines and short-to-medium editorial settings where a classic serif voice with extra warmth is desired. The robust shapes and soft detailing suit packaging, labels, and book covers, and it can also support pull quotes or subheads where a strong, traditional texture is useful.
The overall tone feels warm and familiar, evoking traditional print and old-style signage rather than a sleek contemporary voice. Its softened joins and rounded serifs create a friendly, approachable personality, while the strong weight keeps it confident and dependable. The result is a classic, slightly rustic mood that reads as comfortable and human.
This design appears intended to reinterpret a conventional text serif with added softness and a subtly hand-inked character, balancing readability with a distinctive, vintage-leaning charm. The emphasis seems to be on friendly solidity: confident letterforms that feel established rather than ornate.
In text, the face produces a dark, even color with clear word shapes and a gentle rhythm from its rounded serifs and terminals. Numerals are bold and legible, with distinctive forms (notably 2, 3, and 7) that suit display and headline use as well as shorter passages.