Serif Normal Ohgeh 8 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, branding, classic, bookish, trustworthy, traditional, authoritative, readability, traditional tone, warmth, print utility, editorial voice, bracketed, calligraphic, ink-trap feel, rounded terminals, ball terminals.
A sturdy serif with generously rounded, bracketed serifs and softly tapered joins that give the outlines a slightly calligraphic, inked quality. Strokes are full and even, with moderate contrast and a firm vertical stress; curves are broad and smooth, and many terminals end in subtle bulb or ball-like shapes. Proportions lean wide and open in the rounds, while counters stay relatively large for the weight, producing a dark but readable texture. The lowercase shows a pronounced, single-storey “g” and a compact, friendly rhythm; numerals are sturdy and old-style in feel, with ample curves and strong footing.
Well suited to editorial typography such as books, magazines, essays, and traditional print layouts where a strong serif voice is desired. It can also work effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and packaging or brand systems that want a classic, slightly old-world tone with substantial presence.
The font reads as traditional and bookish, with a warm, slightly vintage tone rather than a sharp, modern one. Its rounded serifs and gently swollen terminals add a welcoming, craftsmanlike character that still feels dependable and formal enough for editorial use.
The design appears intended as a conventional reading serif with added warmth and personality through rounded bracketing and ball-like terminals, aiming to balance robust presence with comfortable legibility in text.
In text, the face forms a dense, even color with clear word shapes and stable spacing, making it feel comfortable for longer reading. The heavier joins and rounded details may start to fill in at very small sizes or on low-resolution output, but they also help the design hold up well in strong, high-contrast display settings.