Blackletter Fibi 1 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, certificates, gothic, medieval, authoritative, ceremonial, dramatic, period feel, display impact, ornamental caps, historic voice, angular, sharp, ornate, calligraphic, chiseled.
A dense, angular blackletter with sharply faceted strokes and pronounced tapering at terminals. Forms lean on broken curves and pointed joins, creating a rhythmic zig-zag texture across words. The weight is substantial, with crisp interior counters and tight apertures that emphasize a dark, compact color on the line. Capitals are wide and decorative with strong diagonal cuts and spur-like details, while lowercase shows consistent vertical stress and compact bowls. Numerals follow the same cut, calligraphic logic, mixing straight stems with curved, blade-like endings for a cohesive set.
Well-suited for headlines, mastheads, posters, and branding that calls for a historic or gothic voice. It can work for short editorial titles, event materials, labels, or packaging where a traditional blackletter presence is desirable. For longer passages, larger sizes and generous spacing help preserve clarity while keeping the intended texture.
The overall tone is traditional and formal, evoking historical manuscripts, heraldic lettering, and old-world print. Its sharp geometry and heavy presence feel stern and authoritative, with a ceremonial gravitas that reads as dramatic and classic rather than casual.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic blackletter voice with strong, chiseled forms and a consistent calligraphic rhythm. It prioritizes impactful texture and period atmosphere, providing highly recognizable word shapes and ornamental capitals for display-led typography.
In continuous text the letterforms knit into a strong, textured band, with distinctive word shapes driven by angular arches and frequent diamond-like joins. The design favors impact and character over openness, and the most intricate details are best appreciated at display sizes.