Serif Other Lygup 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book covers, posters, branding, editorial, literary, classic, formal, assertive, display impact, editorial tone, classic revival, dramatic contrast, bracketed, wedge serif, ball terminals, crisp, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with strong thick–thin modulation, sharp wedge-like serifs, and smoothly bracketed joins. The letterforms show a calligraphic influence: curved strokes often taper into pointed terminals, while several glyphs feature round ball terminals and teardrop-like finishing. Uppercase proportions feel sturdy and slightly condensed, with crisp, sculpted counters and a rhythmic alternation of heavy stems and hairline connections. Lowercase forms maintain a traditional two-storey structure where expected, with lively curves and pronounced terminals that give the text a distinctly carved, display-forward texture.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, magazine titles, book covers, and promotional typography where contrast and character are desirable. It can also work for branding and packaging that wants a traditional, authoritative voice, provided sizes and printing conditions preserve the hairlines.
The overall tone reads as classic and editorial, with a refined yet emphatic presence. Its high contrast and sharp terminals add drama and seriousness, suggesting literary, institutional, or heritage-leaning communication rather than casual everyday UI.
The design appears intended to reinterpret classic serif and calligraphic conventions into a bold, high-contrast display style, emphasizing sharp terminals, bracketed serifs, and dramatic stroke modulation for impactful reading at larger sizes.
In the sample text, the face produces a strong vertical color with noticeable sparkle from thin strokes, especially in dense lines. Numerals and capitals share the same sculpted, high-contrast treatment, reinforcing a cohesive, headline-oriented personality.