Serif Normal Ogkim 9 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Zine Serif Display' by FontFont; 'Hyperon', 'Orbi', and 'PT Serif Pro' by ParaType; and 'Mirantz' and 'Solitas Serif' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, traditional, formal, sturdy, bookish, heritage feel, print authority, headline impact, readable texture, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust, rounded.
A robust serif with bracketed, wedge-like serifs and softly rounded joins that keep the heavy strokes from feeling rigid. The letterforms show a moderate stroke modulation with vertical emphasis, plus open counters and clear internal spaces that help maintain legibility at larger text sizes. Capitals are broad and steady with a slightly engraved feel, while the lowercase has compact, rounded shapes and a single-storey “g,” giving the design a warm, oldstyle-like rhythm. Numerals are sturdy and evenly weighted, matching the text color of the letters.
Well-suited to editorial headlines, display text, and prominent titling where a classic serif voice is needed. It can also work for short passages and pull quotes when strong texture and presence are desired, and for packaging or heritage-leaning branding that benefits from a traditional, print-like character.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a confident, print-forward presence. Its weight and softened detailing convey seriousness without becoming sharp or austere, landing in a familiar editorial/register voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, readerly serif with extra emphasis and a familiar book/press feel. Its combination of sturdy proportions, bracketed serifs, and moderate modulation suggests a goal of strong impact while preserving a classic text-serif structure.
Serifs read as firmly attached and gently curved into the stems, creating continuous flow along lines of text. Curves and terminals are slightly bulbous in places, reinforcing a classic, inked impression rather than a crisp, modern cut.