Serif Normal Pokoh 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, branding, elegant, authoritative, classic, dramatic, display emphasis, classic refinement, editorial authority, bracketed, tapered, calligraphic, sculpted, sharp.
A sculpted serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, tapered terminals. Serifs are bracketed and wedge-like, giving stems a carved, ink-trap-free look while keeping joins smooth and controlled. Counters are compact and the overall color is strong, with small apertures and a deliberate, chiseled rhythm that holds together well in larger settings. Numerals and capitals feel stately and slightly condensed in effect, while lowercase forms show carefully shaped bowls and diagonals with pointed finishes.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine and editorial typography, book covers, and brand identities that benefit from a refined, traditional serif voice. It will be most effective where its sculpted contrast and crisp terminals can read clearly—such as titles, pull quotes, and prominent typographic moments.
The font projects a formal, editorial tone—confident and elevated, with a sense of classic refinement. Its high-contrast strokes and sharp finishing details add drama and sophistication, making it feel suited to premium or heritage-minded typography.
The likely intention is to deliver a conventional serif foundation with heightened contrast and a more sculptural, display-forward finish. It aims to balance classical proportions with dramatic stroke modulation for impactful, premium-feeling typography.
The design relies on pronounced contrast and tapered stroke endings, so letterforms appear especially vivid at display sizes. In dense text, the heavy verticals and compact apertures create a dark, authoritative texture.