Serif Normal Pomol 5 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, bookish, heritage, confident, warm, emphasis, tradition, authority, readability, editorial voice, bracketed, teardrop terminals, ball terminals, compact joins, rounded serifs.
A robust serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and strongly bracketed serifs. The letterforms are broad and steady, with generous curves and slightly swelling strokes that create a dark, even color in text. Terminals often finish in soft teardrops or small balls, and counters are moderately open, giving the face a sturdy, readable presence. Overall proportions feel traditional rather than condensed, with a consistent, upright rhythm and a firmly anchored baseline.
Best suited for headlines, pull quotes, and short-to-medium passages where a bold, classical serif texture is desired. It can work well for editorial design, book and magazine covers, cultural or academic materials, and branding that aims for a heritage-leaning, authoritative feel.
The tone is classic and slightly old-style, conveying authority and familiarity without feeling delicate. Its heavy presence and softened terminals add warmth, suggesting a comfortable, established voice suited to traditional publishing and institutional communication.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional text-serif voice with extra weight and presence, pairing strong contrast with softened terminals to maintain readability while adding character. It balances refinement with sturdiness to perform as an attention-getting serif for display and editorial settings.
In the sample text, the dense weight produces strong emphasis and clear hierarchy, making it particularly effective at larger sizes. The numerals appear sturdy and straightforward, matching the assertive texture of the letters. The combination of high contrast and soft, bracketed detailing creates a refined-but-solid impression rather than a sharp, modern one.