Serif Flared Eptu 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'FTY SKORZHEN' by The Fontry, and 'LFT Etica' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, posters, branding, book covers, authoritative, editorial, classic, dramatic, formal, impact, tradition, authority, display strength, editorial voice, flared serifs, wedge terminals, bracketed, high x-height, compact.
A compact serif with heavy, upright stems and clearly flared, wedge-like terminals that broaden into the serifs. The stroke contrast is moderate, with sturdily modeled verticals and slightly finer connecting strokes, producing a dark, even color in text. Counters are relatively tight and openings are controlled, while the shapes stay crisp and angular at the ends, giving a sculpted, chiseled feel. The overall rhythm is dense and vertical, with short extenders and a high, sturdy lowercase structure that holds up well at larger sizes.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, posters, and cover typography where a dense, impactful serif can carry the layout. It can also work for short-to-medium editorial passages or pull quotes when a traditional, authoritative voice is desired, particularly in print-styled branding and packaging.
The tone is confident and traditional, with a strong editorial presence and a slightly theatrical sharpness from its flared endings. It reads as serious and established rather than casual, projecting authority and formality without becoming delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif impression with added punch through flared terminals and a compact, vertical build. Its sturdy modeling suggests an emphasis on strong typographic color and clarity at display and headline sizes while retaining enough structure for occasional text use.
The numerals appear robust and legible with consistent weight and firm terminals, matching the uppercase’s solidity. In the sample text, the design maintains a strong typographic voice and pronounced word shapes, favoring impact and presence over airiness.