Serif Normal Yiju 2 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Miragem' by Vanarchiv (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, reports, branding, classic, bookish, literary, refined, formal, readability, editorial text, classic tone, typographic neutrality, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, flared, crisp.
A refined text serif with lightly bracketed, wedge-like serifs and a calm, even rhythm. Strokes show gentle modulation, with rounded joins and softly tapered terminals that keep counters open and readable. Proportions feel traditional and slightly generous in the capitals, while the lowercase maintains a steady texture with moderate ascenders and descenders. Numerals and punctuation follow the same understated, book-oriented styling, emphasizing clarity over display theatrics.
This face is well suited to body copy in books, magazines, and editorial layouts where a stable, traditional texture is desired. It also works effectively for reports, academic material, and brand typography that benefits from a composed, heritage-leaning serif presence.
The overall tone is classical and literary, projecting a quiet authority suited to long-form reading. Its restrained contrast and carefully shaped serifs create a polished, editorial voice—formal without feeling stiff.
The design appears intended as a conventional, highly readable serif for continuous text, balancing classic proportions with soft, modern refinement. Its detailing focuses on comfortable paragraph setting and a dependable, familiar typographic voice.
Curves are smooth and broadly drawn, with subtle tapering on arms and cross-strokes that hints at a calligraphic foundation. Spacing appears measured and consistent in the sample text, producing a cohesive paragraph color with minimal sparkle.