Blackletter Nusa 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, cover titles, medieval, ceremonial, dramatic, authoritative, gothic, heritage, impact, ornament, tradition, display, angular, faceted, dense, compact, pointed terminals.
The letterforms are built from angular, faceted strokes with distinctly pointed, wedge-like terminals and frequent “broken” joins typical of gothic writing. Stems are heavy and dark, counters are tight, and the overall texture is dense, creating strong color on the line. Curves are largely translated into chamfered angles, giving bowls and shoulders a carved, crystalline feel. Widths vary noticeably across letters, and many shapes show subtle calligraphic inflection without delicate hairlines, resulting in a sturdy, ink-rich presence.
Best suited for display applications where a strong historic voice is desired, such as album and book covers, posters, titles, and themed branding. It works well for logos, labels, and short phrases that benefit from a dense, ornamental texture. For longer passages, it is most effective at larger sizes with generous spacing to preserve clarity in the tight counters and complex joins.
This face projects a medieval, ceremonial mood with a slightly playful edge. Its sharp terminals and broken-stroke rhythm feel traditional and authoritative, while the compact, punchy silhouettes keep it energetic and attention-grabbing. Overall it reads as historic and dramatic rather than neutral or modern.
The design appears intended to evoke historical blackletter signage and manuscript-derived forms while remaining robust and legible at headline sizes. Its simplified contrast and strong wedges prioritize bold texture and recognizability over fine calligraphic delicacy. The consistent angular construction suggests a focus on producing a cohesive, impactful gothic tone across both uppercase and lowercase.
Uppercase forms read particularly monumental and sign-like, while the lowercase maintains the same broken-stroke rhythm with compact proportions. Numerals match the angular construction and wedge terminals, keeping the set stylistically unified.