Serif Normal Mibud 9 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, posters, formal, classic, dramatic, refined, elegance, authority, editorial tone, display impact, bracketed, flared, sculpted, calligraphic, ball terminals.
A high-contrast serif with sharp, tapered hairlines and weighty vertical stems, producing a distinctly sculpted rhythm on the line. Serifs are crisp and slightly bracketed, with occasional flaring and pointed terminals that give strokes a carved, ink-on-paper feel. The lowercase shows traditional proportions with a moderate x-height, compact counters, and pronounced thick–thin transitions; rounded letters lean toward vertical stress. Numerals and capitals read as stately and assertive, with strong silhouettes and lively stroke modulation that becomes especially prominent in diagonals and joins.
Well suited to headlines, magazine and newspaper-style editorial typography, book covers, and display copy where strong contrast and serif detail can be appreciated. It can also work for short, formal branding lines and pull quotes, particularly in high-quality print or large on-screen sizes.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, combining formality with a touch of drama from the pronounced contrast and sharp finishing details. It feels suited to cultured, traditional messaging—confident and premium—rather than casual or utilitarian voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a conventional, authoritative serif voice with heightened elegance through strong stroke contrast and refined terminals. It prioritizes visual hierarchy and sophistication in display and editorial contexts over neutral, everyday text utility.
Spacing appears relatively generous at display sizes, helping the dense, high-contrast forms stay legible. The design’s sharp hairlines and fine details suggest it will look best when given enough size and print-like rendering, where its crisp terminals and elegant modulation can hold up.