Serif Forked/Spurred Tati 9 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cicero Series' and 'Cicero Series 2' by Alphabet Agency, 'Avilock' by Namara Creative Studio, and 'Ateknov' by Twinletter (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, western, circus, heritage, assertive, playful, poster impact, vintage revival, ornamental voice, brand character, ornate, spurred, bracketed, compact, blocky.
A compact, display-oriented serif with chunky verticals, rounded internal counters, and bracketed, flared serifs that often split into small forks or spurs. The stroke endings feel sculpted rather than sharp, producing a soft-edged, carved look despite the heavy weight. Curves are generous and slightly bulbous, and many joins show small mid‑stem protrusions that add texture and rhythm. Numerals and capitals appear sturdy and poster-like, with tight apertures and a consistent, emphatic silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, posters, labels, and signage where a bold, vintage voice is desired. It can work for short bursts of copy in branding or packaging, but the heavy texture and decorative terminals make it more effective for display use than for long-form reading.
The overall tone evokes vintage show posters and old-style signage—confident, theatrical, and a bit mischievous. The forked terminals and chunky shapes lend a handcrafted, period flavor that reads as nostalgic and attention-seeking rather than neutral or corporate.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic, old-poster serif lettering with ornamental spurs and forked terminals, delivering maximum impact and a distinct period character in compact widths.
In text settings the dense color and ornamented terminals create strong patterning; the face rewards larger sizes where the spurs and forked serifs remain distinct. The spacing appears relatively tight, reinforcing a compact, headline-forward voice.