Blackletter Etfi 9 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, logotypes, certificates, gothic, heraldic, historic, dramatic, formal, period evocation, decorative impact, authority, manuscript feel, title emphasis, angular, calligraphic, pointed, ornate, chiseled.
A slanted, pointed display face with a blackletter-informed skeleton and crisp, chiseled terminals. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin modulation with sharp joins, small triangular spur-like details, and tapered entry/exit strokes that suggest a broad-pen or engraved hand. Capitals are relatively tall and decorated with curved, flag-like finishing strokes, while the lowercase is compact with a short x-height and narrow counters, creating a tight, rhythmic texture. Numerals echo the same calligraphic contrast and angled stress, with open, stylized forms that read as ornamental rather than strictly utilitarian.
This font suits short, prominent settings where historical or gothic atmosphere is desired—headlines, posters, packaging accents, book covers, and title treatments. It can work for ceremonial materials such as certificates or invitations when used at larger sizes and with generous spacing, where its sharp detailing stays clear.
The overall tone is medieval and ceremonial, projecting tradition, authority, and a slightly theatrical flourish. Its sharpness and brisk slant add energy and urgency, while the ornamented capitals bring a formal, heraldic character.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional blackletter signage and manuscript lettering while keeping a lively, handwritten slant and decorative capital shapes. It prioritizes expressive texture and period atmosphere over neutral, extended reading comfort.
In running text the dense internal spaces and pointed features create a dark, patterned color on the page, with capitals taking strong visual precedence. The italic angle and tapered strokes add motion, but the intricate details make it best when given room to breathe and sufficient size.