Blackletter Etju 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, album covers, medieval, gothic, dramatic, ceremonial, ominous, period evocation, display impact, calligraphic feel, texture building, angular, calligraphic, broken strokes, sharp terminals, faceted.
A slanted, broken-stroke blackletter with tightly angled construction and faceted joins. Strokes show pronounced modulation, with broad, dark main stems contrasted by crisp hairline cuts and notches that create the characteristic fractured rhythm. Terminals end in sharp wedges and small spurs, and the overall texture is dense yet patterned, producing strong vertical emphasis and lively internal counters. Uppercase forms are compact and ornate without excessive flourishes, while lowercase maintains a consistent, chiseled cadence that reads as hand-formed calligraphy.
Best suited for display settings where its dense, patterned texture can be appreciated—headlines, posters, title treatments, and branding marks. It also fits thematic applications such as historical or fantasy packaging, certificates, editorial openers, and music/entertainment graphics where a Gothic voice is desired.
The tone is distinctly medieval and ceremonial, evoking manuscripts, heraldry, and old-world proclamations. Its sharp, blade-like detailing and dark color give it a dramatic, slightly ominous presence suited to bold statements and atmosphere.
The design appears intended to capture the traditional blackletter feel through sharp, broken strokes and strong contrast, while using an oblique stance to add energy and emphasis. Its consistent wedge terminals and faceted joins suggest a focus on creating an authoritative, period-evocative display face that remains cohesive across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
In text, the oblique posture and frequent angular breaks create a brisk, forward motion, while the heavy vertical rhythm can build a strong black texture in longer lines. Numerals and capitals match the same carved, wedge-terminal language, keeping a cohesive display character across letters and figures.