Serif Other Ekfu 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, book covers, dramatic, vintage, editorial, theatrical, playful, distinctive texture, vintage flair, headline impact, decorative serif, stencil-like, incised, notched, high-impact, display.
A heavy, display-oriented serif with a distinctive cutout construction: many strokes are interrupted by triangular and curved notches that create a stencil-like, incised look. Forms lean toward classical capitals and oldstyle-inspired lowercase proportions, but the detailing is highly stylized, with sharp wedge terminals, scooped joins, and small internal voids that break up otherwise solid stems. Counters are generally compact and the rhythm is punchy, with strong black presence and clear, poster-ready silhouettes.
Best suited to short, prominent settings where the carved detailing can be appreciated—headlines, posters, titles, and logo-style wordmarks. It can also work well on packaging or cover typography where a strong, distinctive voice is needed and text runs are limited.
The cutaway detailing gives the face a dramatic, slightly mysterious tone that reads as vintage and theatrical rather than purely traditional. It suggests craft, engraving, and show-card lettering, balancing elegance with a playful, attention-grabbing edge.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional serif foundation with decorative, stencil-like cut-ins, creating an immediately recognizable display texture. Its goal is impact and character over neutrality, offering a bold, crafted look for statement typography.
The characteristic notches and breaks are consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a patterned texture in text. In longer settings the interior cutouts become a prominent part of the color, so generous sizing and spacing help preserve clarity.