Serif Normal Ofnuw 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, longform, academic, classic, literary, formal, traditional, bookish, readability, tradition, versatility, editorial voice, print tone, bracketed, oldstyle, transitional, calligraphic, robust.
A conventional serif with softly bracketed serifs, moderate stroke contrast, and a steady, upright rhythm. The letterforms show gently tapered terminals and subtly calligraphic shaping, with round counters and slightly condensed joins that keep color even in text. Capitals feel stately and balanced, while the lowercase has a compact, readable build and a two-storey “g,” maintaining a traditional text face silhouette. Figures are proportional with clear, curved forms and modest modulation that matches the letters.
Well suited to longform reading such as books, essays, reports, and editorial layouts where an even typographic color and conventional forms support comfortable scanning. It can also serve for headlines, pull quotes, and chapter titles when a traditional, authoritative serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with a familiar editorial voice that reads as established and trustworthy. Its restrained contrast and traditional serif detailing give it a formal, literary character suitable for serious content without feeling overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a versatile, conservative text serif: familiar proportions, moderate contrast, and bracketed serifs prioritize readability and typographic neutrality while retaining a classic print flavor.
The serifs and terminals are rounded and gently cupped rather than sharp, creating a slightly warm, sturdy impression at display and text sizes. The sample paragraph shows consistent spacing and stable texture, with enough weight in fine strokes to keep lines from looking brittle.