Serif Flared Empe 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cronos' by Adobe, 'Norma' by Linotype, and 'Alinea Incise' by Présence Typo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, headlines, branding, warm, literary, humanist, inviting, traditional, readability, editorial tone, classic with character, humanist warmth, flared terminals, wedge serifs, calligraphic, soft modulation, rounded joins.
A text-oriented serif with gently flared stroke endings and wedge-like serifs that feel more drawn than machined. Strokes show subtle modulation, with softened curves and rounded joins that keep counters open and legible. Capitals are sturdy and classical in proportion, while the lowercase leans toward bookish readability with compact, tidy forms and moderate extenders. Numerals and punctuation follow the same softly tapered logic, giving the whole design a consistent, slightly calligraphic rhythm.
Well suited to editorial work such as books, long-form articles, and magazines where a comfortable, traditional serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely in display settings—chapter titles, pull quotes, and brand wordmarks—where the flared terminals can add character without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is warm and literary, with an approachable, humanist feel rather than a sharp, formal one. Its flared terminals add a crafted, historical nuance that reads as editorial and trustworthy, without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif structure with subtly flared, calligraphic finishing to create a readable, personable face for continuous text and confident headings.
The texture on the line is lively: tapered ends and small wedges create a gentle beat across words, helping headings feel substantial while keeping paragraph color even. Curves (notably in round letters) stay smooth and generous, balancing the firmer, slightly triangular serif shapes.