Blackletter Ehna 3 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: logotypes, posters, headlines, certificates, packaging, medieval, gothic, ceremonial, severe, dramatic, historic flavor, display impact, formal tone, ornamental caps, angular, ornate, pointed, spiky, blackletter texture.
This typeface presents a pointed, broken-stroke construction with compact proportions and a tight, vertical rhythm. Letterforms are built from sharp wedges and faceted curves, with crisp terminals and occasional hooked or tapered endings that create a chiseled silhouette. Capitals are notably more ornamental than the lowercase, featuring additional interior angles and flourish-like strokes, while the lowercase maintains a consistent, narrow texture suitable for setting words. Numerals follow the same angular vocabulary, with simplified, sturdy forms and clear cut-ins that match the overall color of the text.
Best suited to display work such as posters, album or event titling, logotypes, and historical or fantasy-themed branding where the blackletter texture is a key part of the message. It can also work for certificates, labels, and packaging that benefit from a formal, traditional voice, while extended small-size reading should be used selectively due to the dense detailing.
The overall tone is medieval and ceremonial, evoking manuscripts, guild marks, and old-world signage. Its dense, spiky texture reads as authoritative and dramatic, with an austere presence that feels traditional rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver an authentic, tradition-forward blackletter impression with strong texture and impactful capitals. Its narrow, vertical cadence and pointed detailing prioritize atmosphere and presence, making it effective for identity and headline use where a historic or ceremonial aesthetic is desired.
At text sizes the face forms a strong blackletter “stripe” across the line, with distinctive capitals that stand out for headings or initials. The design favors sharp joins and tight counters, so the most characteristic look comes through in short lines, display settings, and high-contrast color use.