Serif Normal Onna 2 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Inka' by CarnokyType, 'FF Marselis Serif' by FontFont, and 'Geller' by Ludka Biniek (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, authoritative, traditional, formal, warm, bold emphasis, classic readability, editorial voice, heritage tone, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle figures, robust, crisp.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. The letterforms are upright with compact, powerful proportions and a steady rhythm, showing rounded joins and subtle swelling through curves. Counters are moderately open, while terminals often finish with soft, ball-like endings in the lowercase. Numerals read as oldstyle figures with varied heights and lively curves, matching the texty, traditional construction.
Well-suited to headlines and display sizes where its strong contrast and sturdy serifs can project clearly. It also fits editorial and book-cover typography that benefits from a traditional, literary voice and a dense, confident typographic color. For branding, it works best when a classic, established impression is desired.
The overall tone feels classic and authoritative, with a slightly warm, bookish friendliness from the rounded detailing. Its strong color on the page communicates confidence and tradition, suitable for established, heritage-leaning voices. The bold presence adds emphasis and gravity without tipping into decorative eccentricity.
Likely drawn to provide a conventional, text-rooted serif with extra weight for emphasis, combining traditional book-type manners with a bold, attention-holding presence. The rounded terminals and bracketed serifs suggest an aim for warmth and readability while maintaining a formal, authoritative character.
The design maintains a consistent serif logic across uppercase and lowercase, with a clear calligraphic influence visible in the contrast and terminal shapes. In continuous text it produces a dense, headline-ready texture, and the ball terminals add a distinctive signature that keeps it from feeling purely neutral.