Serif Flared Ahja 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This typeface combines high-contrast strokes with sculpted, flaring terminals that widen into crisp serif-like endings. Capitals feel stately and slightly condensed in their internal spacing, with sharp apexes and tapered joins that emphasize a chiseled, calligraphic construction. Lowercase forms maintain a steady rhythm with rounded bowls and prominent stroke modulation; terminals often finish in pointed, wedge-like shapes rather than blunt cuts. Figures follow the same contrasty logic, pairing thick verticals with thin hairlines and curved entries for a distinctly drawn, not purely geometric, texture.
It is well suited to editorial headlines, book or album covers, and brand wordmarks where a refined, high-contrast serif voice is desirable. The energetic stroke modulation and flared terminals make it particularly effective for display settings, title treatments, and large-format typography where its sharp details can be appreciated.
The overall tone is polished and authoritative, with a theatrical edge created by the strong contrast and flared endings. It reads as literary and formal, suggesting tradition and craft while still feeling crisp and contemporary in its sharp details.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif traditions with a more sculptural, flared finishing, producing a distinctive silhouette and strong typographic color in display sizes. Its contrast and terminals seem geared toward elegance and impact rather than neutrality.
In text, the pronounced hairlines and pointed terminals create a lively sparkle, especially at larger sizes. The flaring at stroke ends adds presence without the heavy mass of a slab, giving headlines a carved, display-forward character.