Serif Normal Idnid 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, reports, academic, classic, bookish, formal, trustworthy, readability, tradition, versatility, editorial tone, formality, bracketed serifs, transitional, sturdy, crisp, balanced.
A conventional serif with bracketed serifs, moderate stroke modulation, and a steady, book-like rhythm. Capitals are well-proportioned and slightly compact, with clean joins and restrained detailing; the curves are smooth and the terminals stay crisp without becoming sharp. Lowercase forms read traditionally, with a two-storey “g,” a round dot on “i/j,” and a modestly sized x-height that supports comfortable text color. Numerals are lining and robust, matching the overall weight and maintaining clear differentiation across figures.
Well-suited to body text in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a familiar serif texture supports sustained reading. It also works effectively for reports, academic materials, and other formal documents that benefit from a traditional, authoritative typographic voice.
The overall tone is classic and composed, evoking traditional print typography and institutional clarity. It feels serious and dependable rather than expressive, lending an academic or editorial voice to headlines and long-form reading.
The design appears intended as a general-purpose text serif that prioritizes clarity, balanced proportions, and a time-tested reading rhythm. Its restrained contrast and classic detailing suggest it was drawn to perform reliably in continuous text while remaining dignified in display sizes.
Stroke contrast remains noticeable but controlled, helping maintain even texture across paragraphs. The serifs are not oversized, so spacing and counters stay open and legible at text sizes while still giving the face a distinctly serif character.