Serif Normal Ohbal 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Minion' and 'Minion 3' by Adobe and 'Garamond' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, academic, branding, traditional, authoritative, classic, readability, tradition, authority, versatility, stability, bracketed, oldstyle, robust, sturdy, bookish.
A sturdy serif with pronounced bracketed serifs, a dense color, and a gently modulated stroke that reads as comfortably traditional rather than sharp or high-contrast. The shapes favor rounded, slightly bulging curves and compact apertures, with solid terminals and a confident baseline stance. Lowercase forms show a moderate x-height with generous bowls and a clear, readable rhythm, while capitals are broad and stable with softly tapered joins. Numerals are weighty and legible, matching the strong presence of the letters in running text.
It performs well for book and long-form editorial typography where a traditional serif voice and strong color help anchor the page. The substantial letterforms also make it effective for headlines, section openers, pull quotes, and heritage-leaning branding that benefits from an established, trustworthy tone.
The overall tone is classic and institutional, conveying reliability and gravity in a familiar book type style. Its weight and softened detailing give it an assured, slightly old-fashioned voice suited to serious content without feeling overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a conventional, workhorse text serif with a classic silhouette and reinforced weight, prioritizing sturdy readability and an authoritative presence across display sizes and continuous reading.
In text, the font produces a dark, cohesive texture with clear word shapes and steady spacing. The italic is not shown; the sample indicates a consistent upright emphasis suitable for headline and paragraph settings where a firm typographic presence is desired.