Serif Flared Esris 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cyceon Pro' by DBSV (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, headlines, book design, branding, invitations, classic, formal, literary, authoritative, classic revival, formal tone, display clarity, editorial texture, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with a sculpted, flared stroke logic: verticals read firm while curves and joins taper into sharp, wedge-like terminals. Serifs are bracketed and slightly pointed, giving the outlines a chiseled, calligraphic finish rather than a purely mechanical one. Uppercase forms feel stately and well-proportioned, while lowercase shows lively modulation—especially in the two-storey a and g and the angled, tapered terminals on letters like c, e, and s. Numerals follow the same contrasty, wedge-terminal treatment, with crisp diagonals and a slightly traditional, bookish rhythm.
Well-suited for editorial typography, headlines, and display applications where its contrast and sharp terminals can stay clear. It also fits book covers, cultural branding, and formal printed materials that benefit from a traditional yet distinctive serif voice.
The overall tone is classic and cultivated, with an old-world authority that feels at home in literary and institutional settings. Its sharp terminals and pronounced contrast add a sense of drama and refinement, reading as confident and serious without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to evoke a classical serif tradition while differentiating itself through flared, wedge-like terminals and a more sculptural, calligraphic modulation. It aims for a refined text-and-display hybrid character that feels authoritative and timeless in use.
In text, the strong thick–thin transitions and tapered details create an energetic texture; the design rewards generous sizes and comfortable line spacing. The pointed terminals and flared joins are particularly noticeable on curved characters, lending a distinctive engraved or carved impression.