Serif Normal Likot 4 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book titles, posters, packaging, authoritative, classic, literary, formal, classic authority, editorial impact, premium tone, display emphasis, bracketed serifs, ball terminals, calligraphic, sculpted, engraved.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and sharply modeled curves. Serifs are bracketed and taper to fine points, giving the joins a carved, calligraphic feel rather than a purely mechanical construction. Counters are relatively compact and the overall color is dark, with strong vertical stress and crisp interior shaping that stays clear at display sizes. Lowercase forms show a compact x-height with tall ascenders/descenders, while capitals are wide and stately with confident, flaring terminals.
Well suited to headlines, magazine and newspaper-style display, book titles, and other editorial settings where a traditional serif voice is needed. It can also work for premium branding and packaging that benefits from strong contrast and engraved-like detailing, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is classic and editorial, projecting authority and tradition. Its strong contrast and sculpted terminals add a touch of drama that reads as premium and literary rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to modernize a conventional text serif with heightened contrast and more sculptural finishing, delivering a confident, classic voice for prominent typographic roles.
The numerals and capitals carry a distinctly formal rhythm, with generous curves and pointed finishing strokes that add energy at large sizes. In continuous text the heavy weight and high contrast create a commanding presence, making it best where hierarchy and impact are desired rather than quiet, long-form neutrality.