Serif Forked/Spurred Hize 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, mastheads, gothic, heraldic, victorian, dramatic, ornate, display impact, historic flavor, decorative detail, compact setting, blackletter-influenced, angular, spurred, beaked serifs, high-impact.
A condensed, high-impact serif with blackletter-influenced construction and a strong vertical rhythm. Stems are heavy and mostly upright, with angular joins, occasional internal cuts, and distinctive forked/spurred details that appear at mid-stem and at terminals. Serifs read as sharp, beaked, and calligraphic rather than slabby, and bowls/counters are kept relatively tight, producing a dark, compact texture in text. Capitals are tall and imposing, while lowercase forms remain narrow with a steady x-height and clear, consistent alignment.
Well suited for headlines, posters, mastheads, and logo-style wordmarks where its condensed width and ornate spurs can create a strong silhouette. It also fits packaging and label design that aims for a traditional or gothic mood, and short display lines where the dense texture reads as intentional.
The overall tone is gothic and ceremonial, with a vintage, authoritative feel. Its spurs and beaked terminals evoke signage, heraldry, and old-world print traditions, creating a dramatic presence that suggests tradition, gravitas, and a slightly theatrical edge.
The design appears intended as a display serif that fuses a traditional serif skeleton with blackletter-like angularity and ornamental spurs. Its narrow proportions and emphatic terminals prioritize visual impact and period character over quiet, text-centric neutrality.
In running text the dense color and tightly contained counters make it feel best at larger sizes, where the forked details and internal angles can be appreciated. Numerals match the condensed, angular voice and keep consistent weight and presence alongside the letters.