Serif Normal Ohkad 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acreva' by Andfonts, 'Accia Moderato' by Mint Type, and 'Ysobel' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, books, headlines, packaging, certificates, traditional, bookish, formal, stately, authoritative, readability, classic tone, print texture, authority, bracketed, robust, compact, crisp, oldstyle figures.
A sturdy serif text face with bracketed serifs, rounded joins, and a consistent, slightly compact rhythm. Strokes are firmly weighted with moderate thick–thin modulation, and terminals tend to be softly rounded rather than razor sharp, giving the letterforms a substantial, ink-friendly feel. Uppercase forms are classical and steady, while the lowercase shows familiar text-serif construction with a two-storey a and g and a compact, dense color. Numerals appear oldstyle, with varied heights and several descending forms, reinforcing a book-oriented texture.
Works well for editorial typography, book pages, and other long-form reading where a classic serif voice is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes. The strong weight also suits headlines, pull quotes, packaging, and formal collateral where a traditional, authoritative impression is useful.
The overall tone is traditional and dependable, with a sober, literary character. Its heavy presence and rounded detailing read as confident and established, suitable for settings that want gravity without feeling ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly legible serif with a robust, print-oriented texture. Its bracketed serifs, moderate contrast, and oldstyle numerals suggest a focus on traditional reading environments and established typographic conventions.
The face maintains clear differentiation between similar forms (notably I/J and O/Q) and shows a slightly calligraphic softness in curves and serifs that helps avoid a brittle, purely mechanical look. The strong weight yields a dark typographic color, especially in continuous text.