Serif Normal Fomip 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Monarky' by YXType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, pull quotes, classic, bookish, confident, lively, readability, emphasis, classic tone, text setting, bracketed, wedge serifs, teardrop terminals, calligraphic, oblique stress.
A sturdy serif italic with pronounced bracketing and wedge-like serifs that feel carved rather than mechanical. Strokes show moderate contrast with a gently calligraphic, oblique stress, and curves often finish in teardrop or tapered terminals. The italic is assertive and relatively compact, with slightly irregular stroke endings and a rhythmic, hand-influenced flow that keeps counters open and letterforms readable. Figures are substantial and oldstyle-leaning in feel, with soft curves and angled entry/exit strokes that match the text face.
Works well for editorial typography where an italic needs to carry real emphasis—magazine features, book typography, pull quotes, and subheads. Its dense, confident texture also suits short headlines or display lines when a classic, literary flavor is desired.
The tone is traditional and literary, projecting authority without stiffness. Its energetic italic angle and tapered details add warmth and motion, giving it a lively, editorial voice suited to storytelling and emphasis.
Likely designed as a conventional text serif with a more expressive italic, balancing traditional construction with subtly calligraphic terminals and a vigorous slant to create emphasis and forward motion while maintaining readability.
Uppercase forms are strong and slightly sculpted, while the lowercase shows more handwriting influence, especially in diagonals and curved joins. The overall color is dark and even on the page, with enough internal space to avoid clogging in the sample text.