Serif Normal Ohdep 7 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lardent' by Colophon Foundry, 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts, 'Cassia' by Hoftype, 'Passenger Serif' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Chiavettieri' by Kostic, and 'Bogue Slab' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, editorial, branding, sturdy, traditional, collegiate, authoritative, impact, readability, classic tone, print feel, bracketed, rounded, soft serifs, robust, high-ink.
A robust serif with thick, steady strokes and softly bracketed serifs that flare without becoming slab-like. The curves are generously rounded and the joins feel slightly softened, giving the shapes a warm, ink-forward presence rather than a crisp, razor-edged finish. Uppercase forms are broad and confident, with compact counters and a strong baseline, while lowercase maintains clear, open construction with a straightforward, readable rhythm. Numerals are weighty and stable, matching the text color and overall density of the letters.
Best suited to headlines and short paragraphs where a strong serif voice is desired, such as editorial layouts, book covers, and promotional or institutional materials. It can also work for branding and packaging that benefits from a classic, established feel and high visual weight.
The tone is traditional and emphatic, evoking printed signage and editorial typography with a confident, no-nonsense voice. Its rounded details keep it approachable, but the overall impression remains serious and established, suitable for messaging that wants to feel authoritative and familiar.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional serif reading experience with extra heft and presence, balancing traditional letterforms with softened details for a friendly, print-rooted texture. It prioritizes impact and stability while keeping the forms familiar and broadly usable.
At text sizes the face creates a dark, consistent color with noticeable presence, and at display sizes the softened bracketing and rounded terminals become a defining character feature. The proportions lean toward sturdy and compact interiors, reinforcing legibility and impact.