Blackletter Dovo 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging, signage, medieval, gothic, rustic, dramatic, hand-cut, historical evocation, thematic display, handmade texture, dramatic impact, angular, wedge serif, fractured, calligraphic, jagged.
A dark, angular display face with fractured strokes and wedge-like terminals that suggest a hand-cut or broad-nib construction. Forms are irregular and slightly forward-leaning, with lively, uneven contours and occasional notches that break stems and bowls into faceted planes. Counters are compact and sometimes asymmetric, producing a dense texture, while capitals remain relatively open and upright compared with the more knotty lowercase. Numerals echo the same chiseled geometry, with blunt corners and restrained interior space.
Best used at display sizes for posters, titles, short headlines, and branding marks where the angular texture can be appreciated. It can also work for labels, packaging, or themed signage when you want an intentionally rough, old-world voice; extended paragraphs may feel busy due to the dense interior shapes and jagged detailing.
The overall tone feels medieval and gothic, with a raw, handmade energy rather than polished precision. Its jagged rhythm reads as theatrical and story-driven—suited to fantasy, folklore, and old-world craft contexts where grit and character are desirable.
The design appears intended to evoke historical blackletter flavor while keeping the letterforms simplified and punchy for contemporary display use. The controlled slant, faceted cuts, and irregular rhythm prioritize atmosphere and personality over neutrality.
Stroke endings frequently terminate in pointed wedges, and joins often sharpen into hard angles rather than smooth curves, creating a consistent “cut” motif across the set. Spacing and sidebearings appear somewhat irregular by design, adding to the drawn, organic cadence in running text.