Serif Normal Ohkes 6 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book text, headlines, packaging, academic, bookish, traditional, authoritative, readability, tradition, authority, versatility, print presence, bracketed, robust, rounded, softened, high-ink.
This serif presents sturdy, confident letterforms with generously bracketed serifs and softened joins that keep the texture warm rather than sharp. Strokes are relatively thick with moderate modulation, and the overall color is dark and even, producing a dense, readable rhythm. Counters are open but compact, and curves (notably in C, G, O, and S) feel slightly squared-off at terminals, reinforcing a sturdy, print-like presence. The lowercase shows a tall body with short ascenders/descenders relative to the x-height, supporting efficient line setting and strong word shapes.
It should perform well in longer passages such as articles and book interiors where a firm, traditional serif texture is desired, particularly at medium sizes where its dark color and open forms hold up. The weight and strong silhouettes also make it suitable for editorial headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and packaging or labeling that benefits from a classic, trustworthy voice.
The tone is conventional and dependable, with a distinctly editorial feel—serious, grounded, and suited to content that should read as established and credible. Its weight and rounded bracketing add a friendly, approachable undercurrent without losing formality.
The design appears aimed at a familiar, text-first serif with a strong printed presence—prioritizing a consistent reading rhythm, sturdy construction, and an authoritative yet approachable tone for general-purpose editorial typography.
The numerals appear similarly robust and text-oriented, matching the alphabet’s overall density and serif treatment for consistent color in mixed text. Spacing in the sample suggests a steady, even rhythm that favors continuous reading over display eccentricity.