Serif Normal Nuso 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Prumo Deck' and 'Prumo Text' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, magazines, branding, classic, formal, authoritative, literary, tradition, readability, editorial impact, classic tone, print feel, bracketed, ball terminals, oldstyle, calligraphic, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed wedge serifs. The letterforms show a sculpted, slightly calligraphic construction, with tapered joins, sharp terminals, and occasional ball terminals (notably in forms like the lower-case g and the numerals). Curves are broad and rounded, counters are generous, and capitals carry a stately, traditional proportioning while the lowercase maintains a readable, text-forward rhythm. Spacing feels steady and conventional, supporting dense setting without looking mechanical.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and long-form reading where a traditional serif voice is desired. The strong contrast and bold presence also make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and refined branding applications that benefit from a classic, print-centric character.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, projecting a confident, bookish authority. Its sharp contrast and refined serifs add a sense of ceremony and polish, making it feel established rather than trendy.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional text-serif foundation with heightened contrast and a slightly calligraphic finish, balancing readability with a more dramatic, editorial color on the page.
The numerals appear designed to match the text color closely, with sturdy verticals and lively curves; several figures feature rounded terminals that soften the otherwise crisp, engraved feel. In display sizes the strong contrast becomes a defining feature, giving headlines a dramatic, print-like presence.