Serif Normal Kada 10 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, literary, headlines, classic, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, prestige, editorial tone, formal voice, classic reference, bracketed, transitional, crisp, calligraphic, bookish.
A crisp, high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed serifs that flare into sharp, tapered terminals. The forms are upright and spacious, with generous set width and open counters that keep the texture clear at text sizes. Uppercase shapes feel stately and balanced, while the lowercase shows lively calligraphic influence—noticeable in the angled stress, the pointed joins, and the distinctive ear and bowls. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic with elegant curves and strong vertical emphasis, producing a polished, editorial page color.
Well-suited to editorial layouts, book typography, and magazine text where a refined, classical serif texture is desired. The wide set and crisp detailing also make it effective for display use—chapter titles, pull quotes, and formal headlines—especially when paired with generous leading.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, evoking established publishing and institutional typography. It reads as confident and dignified, with a slightly dramatic, old-world elegance from the sharp terminals and strong contrast. The rhythm feels measured rather than playful, lending an air of seriousness and trust.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast reading serif that balances classic proportions with sharp, contemporary crispness. Its controlled modulation and bracketed serifs suggest an aim for dependable long-form readability while still projecting prestige and authority in headings.
The sample text shows clear differentiation between characters and consistent stroke logic across cases, with a firm baseline and stable verticals. The italics are not shown; the roman relies on contrast and terminal shaping for expression rather than overt ornament. The wide proportions and open apertures help maintain legibility in longer passages.