Blackletter Ufro 3 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, album covers, certificates, gothic, medieval, authoritative, ornate, dramatic, historical evocation, dramatic impact, engraved feel, display focus, angular, faceted, beveled, spiky, condensed.
A tightly spaced, dark-textured blackletter with tall, condensed proportions and sharp, faceted outlines. Strokes are built from straight segments and pointed joins, with wedge-like terminals and frequent internal notches that create a cut, chiseled silhouette. Vertical emphasis is strong, counters are narrow, and curves are largely broken into angular planes, producing a crisp, rhythmic pattern in words. Capitals are more elaborate and crest-like, while lowercase forms stay compact with a consistent upright stance and a firm baseline.
Best suited to display use where its sharp geometry and dense texture can be appreciated—posters, titles, logotypes, packaging, album/film lettering, and ceremonial materials such as certificates or invitations. It works particularly well when set with generous size and careful tracking to keep the letterforms from crowding.
The overall tone is solemn and ceremonial, evoking manuscripts, heraldry, and engraved signage. Its dense color and spurred details feel forceful and traditional, adding a sense of gravity and drama to headlines.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a classic gothic voice with a modern, hard-edged finish—prioritizing strong vertical rhythm, dramatic texture, and an engraved feel for impactful display typography.
The design maintains a consistent gothic texture across mixed-case settings, with distinctive, pointed numerals that match the letterforms’ angular construction. At smaller sizes the tight counters and interior cuts can visually fill in, while at larger sizes the beveled details read clearly and contribute to a carved, architectural effect.