Serif Normal Lafu 13 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Charter BT' by Bitstream, 'ITC Charter' by ITC, and 'Amariya' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, academic, reports, bookish, formal, traditional, scholarly, authoritative, readability, editorial staple, classic tone, text setting, bracketed, crisp, balanced, sturdy, open counters.
A conventional serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and a balanced, moderately modulated stroke. The letterforms show clear vertical stress and relatively open counters, with smooth curves and firm terminals that keep the texture even in paragraphs. Proportions read slightly expanded, and the design maintains consistent spacing and rhythm across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a steady, readable page color.
Well-suited to long-form reading in books, journals, and editorial layouts where consistent texture and clear word shapes matter. It also works effectively for academic or institutional materials, reports, and headings that need a traditional, dependable serif presence.
The overall tone is classic and composed, with a bookish seriousness that feels suited to established editorial contexts. It conveys credibility and restraint rather than novelty, giving text an authoritative, traditional voice.
The design appears intended as a versatile, conventional text serif: prioritizing readability, steady rhythm, and familiar forms that integrate cleanly into editorial and professional typography.
Uppercase forms present a strong, stately silhouette, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, no-nonsense structure. Figures appear lining and similarly weighted to the caps, supporting clear emphasis in running text and headings.