Serif Normal Wuruj 1 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, mastheads, editorial display, book covers, theatrical, vintage, dramatic, gothic-leaning, authoritative, attention, impact, economy, heritage, condensed, high contrast, sharp serifs, vertical stress, dark color.
A tightly condensed serif with tall proportions and a strong vertical emphasis. Strokes show clear contrast, with sturdy stems and finer hairlines, and the serifs are sharp and bracketless in feel, creating crisp terminals. The overall texture is dark and compact, with narrow counters and a distinctly display-oriented rhythm that reads as classic yet stylized.
Works best for headlines, mastheads, posters, and editorial display where a compact, commanding serif is needed. It can suit book or album covers, branding wordmarks, event titles, and packaging that benefit from a vintage or slightly gothic atmosphere. For long-form body copy, it will likely be more effective at larger sizes where the tight proportions and fine details can breathe.
This typeface gives off a theatrical, old-world tone with a touch of mystery. Its tall, condensed stance and dramatic rhythm feel assertive and attention-grabbing, lending itself to headlines that want to sound serious, classic, and slightly gothic.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in minimal horizontal space, combining a traditional serif structure with heightened verticality and contrast. It aims to create a strong, memorable word shape for prominent typographic moments rather than quiet, extended reading.
The figures and uppercase share the same tall, compressed silhouette, reinforcing a consistent vertical cadence across mixed text. In the sample text, spacing feels tight and purposeful, producing a dense, emphatic texture that reads best when given generous line spacing.