Serif Normal Idrew 1 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book titles, headlines, editorial, branding, posters, medieval, calligraphic, storybook, craft, formal, heritage, distinctiveness, narrative, refinement, readability, beveled, faceted, chamfered, angular, crisp.
This serif design combines largely straight, faceted strokes with chamfered corners that give many curves an octagonal, cut-from-stone feel. Serifs are sharp and wedge-like, often flaring into pointed terminals, while verticals stay sturdy and steady for a clear text rhythm. Round letters such as O, C, and G read as subtly polygonal, and diagonals in forms like V, W, and X are clean and deliberate. Lowercase shapes keep a conventional skeleton but echo the same angled finishing, with compact joins and crisp terminals that add a slightly ornamental edge without becoming overly decorative.
This font suits book and chapter titles, historical or fantasy-themed editorial design, and branding that benefits from a traditional, crafted signature. It can also work for pull quotes and posters where its sharp terminals and faceted curves can be appreciated, while remaining composed enough for short passages and display-led layouts.
The overall tone feels historic and craft-driven, suggesting manuscript, heraldic, or gothic-inflected traditions interpreted with a clean, controlled hand. Its sharp wedge serifs and faceted curves create a dignified, slightly dramatic voice that reads as old-world and narrative-friendly rather than corporate or minimalist.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif reading experience while adding a distinctive faceted and wedge-terminal motif for personality. It balances conventional letter structures with angular detailing to evoke heritage and hand-crafted refinement without sacrificing overall clarity.
Capitals appear stately and structured, while the lowercase maintains readability through familiar proportions and clear counters. Numerals follow the same faceted logic, with strong straight segments and angled corners that keep them consistent with the letters. The texture in paragraph setting stays even, with distinctive, pointed details providing character at larger sizes.