Serif Normal Orhi 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EF Radiant' by Elsner+Flake, 'Grenoble Serial' by SoftMaker, and 'TS Grenoble' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, bookish, authoritative, classic, formal, stately, classic voice, editorial impact, display drama, print tradition, bracketed, ball terminals, calligraphic, sculpted, oldstyle.
A sturdy serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and bracketed serifs that taper into sharp, wedge-like ends. Curves are generous and slightly cupped, with rounded terminals and occasional ball-like endings that add a sculpted, oldstyle flavor. Counters are compact and the joins feel calligraphic, producing a dense rhythm in text. The lowercase shows traditional proportions with a moderate x-height, while capitals are broad and emphatic; figures are similarly weighty and slightly varied in width.
Best suited to display sizes where its strong contrast, sharp serifs, and compact counters can project clearly—headlines, pull quotes, book covers, and poster typography. It can work for short editorial passages when a dark, authoritative texture is desired, but its density suggests more impact-focused text use rather than long, airy reading settings.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a distinctly literary, “print” voice. Its weight and sharp serifs lend seriousness and confidence, while the rounded terminals keep it from feeling overly austere.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, print-oriented serif voice with heightened drama: strong verticals, crisp bracketed serifs, and calligraphic curvature for a refined but forceful presence. It aims to evoke traditional literary and editorial typography while remaining bold enough for modern display applications.
In the grid, many glyphs show subtly asymmetrical, hand-influenced shaping rather than purely geometric construction, especially in curved letters. The texture in paragraph setting appears dark and continuous, with strong vertical presence and crisp edges that read as headline-forward.