Sans Normal Udral 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Relais' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, formal, authoritative, classic, literary, authority, readability, editorial tone, headline impact, bracketed, vertical stress, ink traps, large apertures, compact.
This typeface presents sturdy, high-contrast letterforms with a predominantly vertical stress and clearly bracketed finishing on many strokes. Curves are broad and smooth, while stems and hairlines create a crisp light–dark rhythm that reads strongly at display sizes. Proportions feel fairly compact with moderate counters and stable, upright geometry; rounds (O, C, G) are generous and neatly controlled, and diagonals (V, W, Y) are sharp and clean. The lowercase shows a two-storey a and g, a compact e with a firm horizontal bar, and a straightforward i/j treatment with round dots; overall spacing appears even and text color is dense and confident.
It is well suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where contrast and strong silhouettes enhance presence. In longer passages it can work for editorial typography when set with comfortable leading, delivering a classic, publication-ready texture. It also fits branding and packaging that benefits from a serious, established tone.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, conveying authority and seriousness without feeling ornate. Its pronounced contrast and disciplined shapes suggest a refined, print-oriented voice suited to established institutions and headline-driven layouts.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, authoritative reading voice with modern consistency: strong contrast for impact, controlled curves for clarity, and dependable spacing for composed editorial layouts.
Numerals are sturdy and legible with classic proportions, and punctuation in the sample text holds up well in dense settings. The design maintains consistent stroke behavior across capitals and lowercase, producing a cohesive, confident texture in paragraphs and large titles alike.