Serif Normal Epnur 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, literary, refined, classical, formal, text italic, elegance, readability, classic tone, editorial voice, bracketed, calligraphic, oldstyle, lively, bookish.
A high-contrast serif italic with strongly modulated strokes and tapered, bracketed serifs. The letterforms show a pronounced rightward slant and a calligraphic rhythm, with teardrop-like terminals and crisp entry/exit strokes that keep counters open. Capitals are stately and fairly narrow with elegant curves, while the lowercase mixes compact, oldstyle proportions with energetic details such as the single-storey a and g, a descending f, and a long-tailed y. Figures are lining and italic, with noticeable stroke modulation and slightly varying visual widths across the set.
It performs well for continuous reading in print-oriented contexts such as books, essays, and magazine typography, especially for emphasis, introductions, or italic passages. It also suits refined branding, invitations, and cultural or academic materials where a traditional italic voice is desired.
The font conveys a cultured, literary tone—polished and traditional, yet animated by a handwritten italic cadence. It feels suited to classic publishing and formal communication, offering a sense of authority without becoming rigid.
The design appears intended as a conventional text italic that prioritizes elegance and readability, translating broad-nib calligraphic cues into a disciplined serif structure. Its combination of crisp serifs, open counters, and lively terminals suggests a focus on editorial versatility and a classic, polished tone.
Distinctive details include a flourish-like Q tail, soft ball terminals on several lowercase letters, and a lively baseline sweep in letters with descenders. Spacing appears comfortable in text, helping the strong contrast and italic angle remain readable rather than delicate.