Serif Forked/Spurred Uhba 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, titles, gothic, playful, dramatic, vintage, whimsical, display impact, ornamental serif, thematic branding, historic flavor, spurred, flared, ink-trap like, bulbous, high-shouldered.
A heavy, compact serif with rounded bowls and stout main strokes, punctuated by sharp, forked spur terminals that create a distinctive “clawed” silhouette. The letterforms feel sculpted and slightly inflated, with tight apertures and notched interior corners that add texture without relying on strong stroke contrast. Serifs and terminals often flare into small hooks or points, and joins show deliberate nib-like cut-ins that read as decorative ink-trap shapes at display sizes. Numerals match the chunky proportions and carry the same spurred finishing, keeping a consistent rhythm across the set.
Best suited to display contexts such as headlines, poster typography, title cards, and logo wordmarks where the spurred terminals can be appreciated. It also fits themed packaging and labels, event promos, and short pull-quotes where a bold, characterful serif is desired.
The overall tone is theatrical and slightly mischievous, combining old-world signage flavor with a storybook-gothic edge. Its spurs and notches add energy and bite, giving headlines a dramatic, attention-grabbing personality that can feel festive, spooky, or tongue-in-cheek depending on setting.
The design appears aimed at delivering a strong, readable display serif with ornamental, forked terminals that differentiate it from conventional classics. By pairing chunky proportions with spurred finishing and notched joins, it targets expressive branding and themed editorial titling rather than extended body copy.
In text settings, the dense black mass and frequent interior notches create a lively texture; spacing and the pronounced terminals make it feel most comfortable at larger sizes. Uppercase forms read especially emblematic, while lowercase maintains the same stylized terminal language for a cohesive voice.