Serif Normal Pihy 9 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, branding, classic, dramatic, formal, literary, impact, prestige, readable display, classic tone, bracketed, ball terminals, sculpted, calligraphic, sharp serifs.
A sculpted serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, bracketed serifs. Curves are cut with sharp, tapered joins that create a slightly faceted feel, while many terminals finish in subtle balls or teardrops (notably in the lowercase). Uppercase proportions feel robust and stately, with wide bowls and strong vertical stress, and the lowercase shows compact counters and energetic diagonals. Figures are traditional and text-oriented, with high contrast strokes and pointed details that hold a refined, print-like rhythm in display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, pull quotes, and magazine or book-cover typography where strong contrast and crisp serifs can be appreciated. It can also support refined branding, packaging, and event materials that benefit from a traditional, high-end voice, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a confident, authoritative presence. Its sharp serifs and dramatic modulation suggest tradition and craft, lending a slightly theatrical elegance suited to premium or literary contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif structure with heightened drama and polish—combining classic proportions with sharper carving, pronounced modulation, and expressive terminals for impactful display typography.
In the sample text, the dense, dark color and sharp detailing make it feel most comfortable as a headline face rather than long passages at small sizes. The rhythm is lively due to the combination of broad rounds, narrow joins, and expressive terminals, which adds character without becoming decorative.