Serif Normal Oflun 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kiperman' by Harbor Type; 'Adonis', 'Adonis New', 'Aelita', and 'Margon' by ParaType; 'Ceramika' by Santi Rey; and 'Portada' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, publishing, branding, bookish, traditional, authoritative, warm, readability, tradition, print texture, authority, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, robust, rounded.
A robust serif with bracketed, slightly flared serifs and softly rounded joins that give the shapes a carved, inked feel. Strokes show gentle modulation rather than sharp contrast, with sturdy verticals and subtly tapered terminals. Counters are moderately open and proportions are slightly compact, producing a dark, even texture in paragraphs. The lowercase has a traditional rhythm with a two-storey “g,” a compact “e,” and a broad “m/n,” while figures appear heavy and clearly drawn for text settings.
Well suited for book and long-form editorial typography where a solid, traditional texture is desirable. It also performs effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and institutional or heritage-leaning branding that benefits from a dependable serif voice.
The tone is classic and literary, with a confident, authoritative presence that still feels approachable. Its softened serifs and restrained modulation suggest a heritage, print-oriented voice suited to serious but not austere messaging.
The design appears intended as a conventional text serif with a sturdy, print-friendly color and familiar proportions, prioritizing readability and authority over overt display stylization.
In the sample text, the dense color and strong serifs hold together well at larger sizes for headings, while the consistent rhythm keeps lines orderly. The letterforms lean toward an oldstyle sensibility, with subtly irregular, humanist contours that avoid a rigid, mechanical look.