Slab Normal Kugan 2 is a very light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, reports, classic, scholarly, refined, calm, readability, editorial voice, classic styling, neutral utility, bracketed, crisp, airy, bookish, delicate.
A slender slab serif with generous spacing and an even, measured rhythm. Strokes are fine and consistent, with crisp, bracketed slab serifs and softly rounded joins that keep the texture smooth. Capitals are stately and open, while the lowercase maintains clear, traditional proportions; counters are roomy and terminals tend toward neat, slightly softened finishes. Numerals follow the same restrained logic, with simple forms and modest curvature that stays readable at text sizes.
Well-suited to long-form reading in editorial and publishing contexts where a classic slab serif voice is desired. It can work for book interiors, magazine features, reports, and academic material, and it also holds up for headings when a subtle, understated presence is preferred.
The overall tone is composed and literary, suggesting traditional print typography rather than display theatrics. Its light footprint and tidy serifs create a thoughtful, scholarly feel that reads as polite and dependable.
The design appears intended as a straightforward slab serif for reading—prioritizing steady texture, clear character shapes, and a traditional print sensibility while keeping the overall impression light and refined.
The design leans on familiar oldstyle book-letter cues—open apertures, stable verticals, and restrained detailing—without calling attention to any single eccentric feature. The sample text shows a consistent line color and calm texture that remains legible while staying notably delicate.