Serif Flared Ishe 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, branding, assertive, classic, dramatic, formal, impact, emphasis, heritage, drama, motion, bracketed, tapered, calligraphic, angular, lively.
A slanted serif with strong, sculpted strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Stems and arms taper into flared, wedge-like endings, with sharp terminals and bracketed connections that give the letterforms a carved, chiseled feel. Counters are relatively tight and the rhythm is energetic, aided by angled entry/exit strokes and slightly irregular stroke expansion that reads as calligraphic rather than geometric. The overall color is dense and punchy, designed to hold its shape at display sizes while keeping crisp internal shapes.
Best suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other short-form settings where its sharp serifs and high contrast can provide character and hierarchy. It also fits book and magazine covers, poster titling, and branding that aims for a classic yet emphatic voice, especially at medium to large sizes where the tapered details remain clear.
The tone is confident and high-impact, with a traditional, editorial voice and a hint of theatrical drama. Its slant and flared terminals add motion and emphasis, suggesting headline urgency and a slightly classical, story-driven mood rather than a neutral, utilitarian one.
The design appears aimed at delivering an assertive, display-oriented serif with a calligraphic slant and flared, wedge-like endings—balancing traditional serif cues with a more dramatic, energetic texture for attention-grabbing typography.
Capitals show strong diagonal stress and decisive, wedge-like serifs that create sharp silhouettes. Lowercase forms lean into angular joins and tapered strokes, producing a lively texture in words; the numerals match the same pointed, flared finishing and maintain a consistent, bold presence.