Serif Normal Afnak 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, literature, refined, classic, literary, formal, classic text, editorial polish, traditional typesetting, bracketed, hairline, crisp, calligraphic, oldstyle figures.
A high-contrast serif with sharp hairlines and fuller main strokes, built around bracketed wedge serifs and clean, vertical stress. Capitals are proportioned for display with generous width and crisp terminals, while lowercase shows a traditional text rhythm with a two-storey a and g, compact apertures, and a sturdy, readable skeleton. The italics are not shown; all forms appear upright with carefully tapered joins and neatly finished serifs. Numerals include oldstyle figures with noticeable ascender/descender behavior, supporting a bookish, text-forward color.
Well suited to book typography, long-form editorial, and magazine layouts where a classic serif texture is expected. It also performs convincingly in headlines and subheads, especially when you want an elegant, traditional voice with crisp detail.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, leaning toward literary and editorial settings where a sense of tradition and polish is desirable. Its contrast and sharp detailing add a touch of formality, while the underlying proportions keep it grounded and readable.
The design appears intended as a conventional, high-contrast text serif that balances classic proportions with crisp finishing for contemporary editorial use. The inclusion of oldstyle numerals suggests an emphasis on traditional typesetting and refined page typography.
In the text sample, the strong contrast and fine serifs create a lively sparkle at larger sizes, with a slightly more delicate feel in tight spacing. The forms maintain a consistent, conservative serif language without quirky gestures, emphasizing clarity and typographic authority.